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Inner Path Seekers | A space for mental healthHow I Learned to Live with Depression: Angelica Galluzzo's Journey [Depression Ep 3]In this conversation, Angelica Galluzzo, a mental health advocate, shares her personal journey with depression, discussing its ongoing impact on her life, the path to diagnosis, and the coping mechanisms she has developed over the years.If, after the conversation, you’d like to spend more time with Angelica and learn from her insights, be sure to check out her mental health podcast, The Revolutionized Mind, and her TEDx talk, Learning to Live with Clinical Depression.
2025-03-0731 min
FEEL FREEAngelica Galluzzo: Advocacy and Insights on Mental Health and WellnessAngelica Galluzzo from The Revolutionized Mind podcast joins the conversation today as we explore her personal journey with mental health, from her high school diagnosis of depression and anxiety to her current role as a mental health advocate. The conversation touches on her time as an athlete in college dealing with injuries, body image concerns and difficulties in finding a good support group away from home. We also dive into some mental and physical wellness practices that Angelica partakes in and her opinion on mental health in general!WARNING: The subject of suicide comes up in this...
2023-06-3043 min
The Revolutionized Mind#89- ReLaunch Your Business and Your Life (with Hilary DeCesare)Happy long weekend! Today, we are joined by CEO, Public Speaker, Executive and Solopreneur Coach, Author, and Award-Winning Entrepreneur, Hilary DeCesare from The ReLaunch Co! In this episode, Hilary talks about how her own personal life “relaunches” have put her in the position that she’s in today. Through remaining curious and having an innate desire to succeed, Hilary has learned a lot about the relationship between neuroscience and business. She explains her 3HQ (head, heart, and higher self) process, how we can truly “tune in” to what we want to achieve, and she also provides great insight into why we nee...
2023-04-0742 minThe Revolutionized Mind#88- Sick Not Weak (with Michael Landsberg)This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Canadian Sports Broadcaster, Mental Health Speaker, and Founder of Sick Not Weak, Michael Landsberg! I am so grateful that I got the chance to sit down with someone that I listened to on the radio growing up (fangirl moment). In this episode, Michael talks about his experience with depression, the impacts of talking about mental illness publicly, and why he ultimately decided to start a Charitable Foundation. Michael is extremely passionate and honest when it comes to changing the conversation around mental health. He shares lots of personal stories...
2023-03-3155 minThe Revolutionized Mind#87- Post-Traumatic Growth (with Joelle Maletis)Happy first week of Spring! This week on TRM, we are joined by PTSD & Trauma Expert, Psychotherapist, CEO, and Clinical Director, Joelle Maletis. In this episode, Joelle explains the concept of post-traumatic growth, which is all about learning how to live your life after trauma. Her approach is extremely authentic and genuine, highlighting that sometimes things just suck, and that's okay. However, it's also important that we learn to move forward in a meaningful way so, she talks about the importance of developing resiliency skills. She references the mind-body-soul connection (which we all know I love) and provides both...
2023-03-2434 minThe Revolutionized Mind#86- Hypnotherapy and Anxiety Loops (with Elena Theofilatos)Happy Friday beautiful people! How are you doing these days? Join me for a little mental health check-in before listening to this week's episode. Today, we are joined by Hypnotherapist, Social Worker, and Coach, Elena Theofilatos. After struggling with anxiety for most of her life, she became passionate about understanding how our anxious thoughts are connected to our habits. She explains how anxiety can be viewed as a habit loop and how we can use this mentality to actually reframe the way we both view and respond to anxiety. Elena also describes what hypnotherapy is all about and how...
2023-03-1750 minThe Revolutionized Mind#85- Flexibility in Mental Health Care, ADHD, and OCD (with Noah Tile)This week on TRM, we are joined by Psychotherapist, Rabbi, and Co-Founder of Resolvve Mental Health, Noah Tile! In this episode, we discuss a wide range of topics. First, Noah explains how he found a need to make mental health care more accessible and affordable for students. Resolvve Mental Health is a platform that aims to provide people with the services that they need, fast, and improve overall education around mental health issues/resources. He also talks about how his work as a Psychotherapist and a Rabbi oftentimes overlap and explains how he interchanges his approach to best serve...
2023-03-1054 minThe Revolutionized Mind#84- Indigenous Mental Health (with Alexia)Happy Friday! This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Alexia who is an Auntie, Community Helper, Indigenous Advocate, Writer, and Dreamer. In this episode, we talk all about Indigenous mental health and well-being. Alexia shares some of the ways that colonial systems have impacted Indigenous folks’ ability to thrive in Canada, the importance of having sovereignty over wellness, and how we can all actively work towards reconciliation on both an individual and systemic level. She also highlights the effects of intergenerational trauma, explains why it’s crucial to move away from a monolithic approach in the ment...
2023-03-031h 01The Revolutionized Mind#83- The RecoverED Project (with Sam, Emma, and Francesca)Happy Friday! This week, we are joined by three members of The RecoverED Project team, Sam, Emma, and Francesca. The RecoverED Project is a teen and young-adult-led nonprofit organization aiming to aid those in ED Recovery and spread awareness about eating disorders. Their main goal is to help as many individuals as possible find their freEDom and steal back their life from their eating disorder. In this episode, our guests share their own personal stories with eating disorders/disordered eating, discuss some common misconceptions about EDs, and explain why they're passionate about being a part of this organization. They...
2023-02-2433 minThe Revolutionized MindSpecial: EMBODY YOGA Fundraiser (with Lumenus Community Services)I am incredibly honoured to be partnering with Lumenus Community Services to help promote their upcoming EMBODY YOGA fundraiser! In this special episode, we are joined by Lisa Nash, a long-time supporter of Lumenus, who is telling us all about this nonprofit organization, how they serve the community, and why she decided to get involved. EMBODY YOGA is taking place on Sunday, March 5th, 2023 at the Ontario Science Centre (Toronto, Ontario). It is a family-friendly fundraiser accessible to all individuals. Participants raise money by collecting pledges and participating in a yoga session. Registration begins at 8am and there will...
2023-02-1718 minThe Revolutionized Mind#82- TadHealth (with Ben Greiner)Happy Friday! This week, we are joined by the CEO and Founder of TadHealth, Ben Greiner. A few years ago, Ben found himself supporting his best friend through a mental health crisis situation. At the time, he didn’t have the knowledge or resource information to help his friend in the way that he wanted. This sparked Ben’s passion for really getting involved in working in this space. He initially founded the TadProject to help educate people on what to do in crisis situations but quickly discovered that he wanted to do more. Then came TadHealth, a social impa...
2023-02-1029 minThe Revolutionized Mind#81- Addiction, Recovery, and Advocacy (with Todd Rennebohm)This week, we are joined by mental health advocate and podcast host, Todd Rennebohm. Before Todd began working in the mental health space, he was heavily struggling with an alcohol addiction. But, like many, he didn’t realize how serious it was. In this episode, he shares his story with mental illness, explains how it was affecting different areas of his life, and highlights how difficult the road to recovery can be. After several attempts at getting help and experiencing many bumps along the way, Todd landed in a 28-day treatment program that ultimately changed his life. He wrote a...
2023-01-2651 minThe Revolutionized Mind#80- My Experience with Dermatillomania (with Angela Hartlin)Happy Friday friends! Today we are joined by author and advocate, Angela Hartlin. In this episode, Angela talks about her experience with Dermatillomania, which is also known as Excoriation Disorder. Skin Picking falls under the “Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours” (BFRBs) category which is something that not many people know about - myself included. Angela explains what the disorder looks like, how it impacted her life, and why both advocacy and treatment put her on the road to recovery. She breaks down some common misconceptions and emphasizes the importance of healthcare providers getting educated on disorders such as these. I learned so mu...
2023-01-2042 minThe Revolutionized Mind#79- Mental Health and Masculinity (with Simon Rinne)Happy Friday! I’m so excited to be getting back into our regular guest conversations this week. Today, we are joined by Simon Rinne from Mindful Men. Simon is a Social Worker and Podcast Host who is passionate about creating safe spaces for men to talk about their mental/emotional health. In this episode, Simon shares his experience with mental illness, toxic masculinity, and mindfulness. For over 20 years, he was living with OCD, depression, and anxiety but did not know what any of this meant or how to get help. Being a “man”, he was scared to open up about...
2023-01-1346 minThe Revolutionized Mind#78- HAPPY NEW YEAR: Let's Catch up!Happy New Year and welcome to 2023! What a wild couple of months it has been. Thank you for giving me the space to get myself back on track after a very overwhelming time- I'm so happy to be back! I wanted to do a quick catch-up episode to explain where I've been at, share some of the struggles I was facing, and also discuss my goals for the upcoming year. In this episode, I talk about my most recent experience with depression. As a passionate mental health advocate, I strongly believe in the importance of sharing the negative sides o...
2023-01-0617 minThe Revolutionized Mind#77- Mental Illness and Self-Discovery (with Amanda Ferrier)Welcome back to another episode of TRM! Thank you for bearing with me as I get through this very busy season of my life. I'm doing my best to stay on top of all my responsibilities while also being mindful of my own mental health. This week, we are joined by Amanda Ferrier who is sharing her mental health story with anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation. She talks about her past and how these things affected her, but also how they still impact her today and some of the things that she's doing to cope with it. Amanda also opens...
2022-12-0939 minThe Revolutionized Mind#76- Protecting Our Peace (with Megan Gallagher)Happy Friday! If you've been feeling overwhelmed lately, you're not the only one. Life has been kicking my a$$ lately and I'm definitely noticing some early signs of burnout. However, it has made me much more aware of how I'm spending my time and energy and this has been a blessing. On that note, our guest today, Megan Gallagher, talks all about making yourself a priority and learning to find balance in your life. In this episode, Megan shares her own personal mental health story, explains how she got started working in this space, and offers LOTS of great...
2022-11-181h 00The Revolutionized Mind#75- Mental Health Advocacy, Research, and Suicide Prevention (with Sam Gerry)Happy Friday! This week on TRM, we are joined by mental health advocate and researcher, Sam Gerry. This is honestly one of my favourite interviews I’ve ever done on this podcast! I think Sam brings so much value and many important perspectives to this conversation. He shares his own story, his advocacy journey, and what his current research entails. Beyond that, we discuss suicide prevention on a deeper level and shed some light on different issues that exist in this space. I genuinely learned so much from Sam and think that this is an episode that will benefit an...
2022-11-1136 minThe Revolutionized Mind#74- Understanding our Emotions and Releasing Trapped Ones (with Skylar Sustin)Happy first week of November (the best month of the year)! This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Emotion and Trauma Release Coach, Skylar Sustin. In this episode, we talk all about emotions, including the mindsets behind them, what trapped emotions are and how they affect us, and also learning how to become more aware of the reasons behind what we’re feeling. Skylar gives a lot of practical advice about incorporating intentionality and self-reflection when trying to understand our emotions. She also takes a trauma-informed approach when working with her clients. As someone who has al...
2022-11-0445 minThe Revolutionized Mind#73- How Bullying Impacted my Mental Health (with Tyler Dulong)Happy Friday! This week's episode is very eye-opening and unique. Our guest, Tyler, shares his experience with bullying, how that affected his mental health, and how he got to the place he's at today. Throughout his early school years, Tyler was getting bullied nearly every day which led to him having extreme anxiety about going to school. This anxiety also turned into a depression where he was feeling 'fed up' with everything that was happening to/around him. He ended up getting homeschooled in Grade 12, which actually improved his academic performance, as well as his mental health. After college...
2022-10-2851 minThe Revolutionized Mind#72- I'm Back in Therapy!Happy Friday friends! Thank you for joining me on this solo episode. It's been a while since we've had the chance to catch up! Following my mini therapy series that I've been posting about this week on Instagram, I thought it would be impactful to expand on my own personal journey. In this episode, I explain some of my past history with therapy, why I decided to get back into it, and how I navigated the whole process. I also share some personal struggles that I've been dealing with lately related to this platform, and hopefully offer some positive...
2022-10-2129 minThe Revolutionized Mind#71- Good Deeds (with Amber Yakutchik)This week, I am really excited to have the founder and CEO of a new social platform Good Deeds, Amber Yakutchik on The Revolutionized Mind. Good Deeds is a service that allows you to donate items or services, give back to your community, and earn credits along the way. Similar to platforms like Facebook Marketplace, it allows you to get rid of things you don’t need and rewards you with credits for helping the community. No money is exchanged on the platform and you get 500 credits simply for signing up. These credits can be used to spend, donate, or...
2022-10-1429 minThe Revolutionized Mind#70- Academic Pressure and Mental Health (with Shruti Varahala)Happy Friday friends! Thank you so much for sharing your time with me on this platform. In this week's episode, we are joined by a high school member from the Global Mental Health Outreach, Shruti Varahala. She shares some of her experiences being raised in such a competitive culture/society and how this has impacted her mental health. Shruti talks about academic pressure, burnout, validation, and much more. We also discuss some of the negative impacts that grades have on self-worth, peer interaction, and mindset for the future. This episode is a great reminder that you are MORE than...
2022-10-0737 minThe Revolutionized Mind#69- Athletes to Athletes (with Reid Meyer)Happy Friday everyone! Today, we are joined by former college baseball player, Reid Meyer. Reid is the Co-Founder of Athletes to Athletes, a college counseling service that provides customized plans for student-athletes going through the recruiting process. Like many others, Reid had a narrow-minded approach to selecting a college program. He was solely focused on his sport, and thus ignored the rest of what the college experience should entail. In this episode, Reid shares his personal journey, what he's learned along the way, and how he turned all of this into a successful service for student-athletes and their families...
2022-09-3044 min
The Athletes to Athletes Podcast5 Surgeries In 5 Years, Mental Health Challenges & Making The Right Moves with Angelica GalluzzoHow do you deal with adversity? What's it like when recruiters turn their back on you because of injuries? There were so many bumps in the road for former soccer player Angelica Galluzzo as she attempted to make it to the next level. She faced many challenges and now uses her story and her platform to help so many others.--Download your FREE recruiting guide today!Schedule your FREE session with us today!---LEARN MORE ABOUT THE A2A ACADEMYThe A2A Academy is a comprehensive, non-biased...
2022-09-1243 minThe Revolutionized Mind#68- Crisis Intervention and Suicide Prevention (with Laura Bruno)Happy World Suicide Prevention Day! As many of you know, suicide is a topic that I hold very near and dear to my heart, so this episode means a lot to me. Today's guest, Laura Bruno, is a current Psychotherapist and former Crisis Worker. She has 10+ years of experience working in the field and is very passionate about both crisis intervention and suicide prevention. In this episode, she explains what a crisis is, how we can support someone going through a difficult time, understanding the difference between self-harm and suicidal ideation, and much more. We talk about the role t...
2022-09-1056 minThe Revolutionized Mind#67- My Journey as a Therapist (with Anita Owusu)Happy Friday folks! Today we are joined by Anita Owusu- a Clinical Therapist, Social Worker, and the Founder of Therapy & Co. Anita is trained in several modalities to help her clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, relational issues, and more. In this episode, Anita shares her journey as a therapist and the many things she's learned along the way. After experiencing abuse at a young age and going through the foster care system, she was inspired to work in a profession that allowed her to give the same care to others that she was fortunate enough to receive herself. Anita...
2022-09-0226 minThe Revolutionized Mind#66- Identity, Ego, and Carl Jung (with James Pearson)This week on TRM, we are joined by James Pearson from the "All We Think We Create" Instagram page. James is many things, including a therapist, author, creator, and ultimately, an emotional guide. In this episode, he shares his journey to getting into the work he does today and explains how it’s allowed him to open up his perspectives about the world. He describes how the influence of Carl Jung, a famous figure in psychology, really helped him to analyze his own identity, navigate emotions, and develop empathy for others. This episode is filled with lots of great in...
2022-08-2643 minThe Revolutionized Mind#65- Because We Went To Therapy (with Emily and Ashley)This week on TRM, we are joined by Emily, a therapist, and Ashley, a fitness instructor, who are the podcast hosts of Because We Went To Therapy. Through their own lived experiences, they have gained lots of wisdom, perspective, and overall knowledge about the topics of mental health and therapy which they share on their own platform. In this episode, they both describe their personal therapy journeys, what they've learned along the way, and what the experience of hosting a podcast has been like. This conversation is extremely insightful and offers new ways of thinking about the role that...
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The Revolutionized Mind#64- Periods, Cycles, and Women's Health (with Athina Crilley)Happy Friday! This week, we are joined by a Period Recovery Coach and Podcaster from the UK, Athina Crilley. This episode is FILLED with so much valuable information about all thing's periods, cycles, and women's health. As a woman who has a period every month, it's scary to see the lack of education around menstruation and just how much we aren't taught/don't know about our bodies. Our guest defines what a period actually is, the purpose of menstruation, what hormones are affected in the process, how to align your lifestyle to your cycle, and much more! With the...
2022-08-1235 minThe Revolutionized Mind#63- There's More to Life Than the Finish Line (with Nikki Kett)Happy Friday friends! This week, we are joined by Life & Mindset Coach, Nikki Kett. Nikki is a former college swimmer and D1 coach who now strives to help current/former athletes and overachievers lean into the concepts of self-trust and inner peace. In this episode, we discuss a variety of topics including team cultures, societal pressures, reframing failure, and much much more! Nikki emphasizes the importance of trusting your body, enjoying the journey, and letting go of the external standards that we often hold ourselves to. This conversation is all about mindset and there is lots to take away...
2022-08-0547 minThe Revolutionized Mind#62- Overview of Self-Esteem (with Dr. Morea)Welcome to this short(er) digestible conversation about all things self-esteem! We are joined by Psychologist, Dr. Morea who explains what self-esteem is, how it impacts us, and also offers some practical strategies to improve the way that we see ourselves. We discuss some of the influences that make this such a relatable topic (e.g., social media, familial expectations, etc.) and she shares some insight into how we can better understand and approach these influences in a more productive way. I gained a lot from this episode and I really hope you do too :) Lastly, we also introduce...
2022-07-2926 minThe Revolutionized Mind#61- Ask a Therapist with Justin the TherapistHappy Friday friends! First of all, let’s take a deep breath together. Life has been hectic/heavy lately and I just wanted to remind you that it’s okay to slow down, and maybe take some time to listen to a podcast ;). This episode is structured a little bit differently than usual but I think there is TONS of valuable advice in this one. Justin Michel is a Psychotherapist and Business Owner from the Greater Toronto Area who graciously volunteered to do a surprise Q&A session with us. We asked both of our audiences to submit any ques...
2022-07-221h 06The Revolutionized Mind#60- Approaching Trauma in Mental Health Care (with Georgette Desira)Happy Friday! Today we are joined by Women's Mental Wellbeing Therapist & Coach, Georgette Desira. Georgette has worked in several roles within the mental health care system in the UK, including prisons, hospitals, and community wards. Through her personal and professional experiences, she has learned a lot about trauma, healing, and the system itself. In this episode, we discuss some of these systemic issues, along with types of therapy and ways of approaching trauma. Now, she works as a private coach and part-time therapist for the NHS. This conversation is extremely eye-opening and important to consider. Be sure to follow u...
2022-07-1536 min
Because We Went To TherapyMental Health Advocacy and Vulnerability with Angelica Galluzzo of the Revolutionized MindAsh & Em are joined by Angelica Galluzzo of The Revolutionized Mind podcast. Angelica, based near Toronto, details her mental health journey and what inspired her to be a loud mental health advocate. We discuss the differences and similarities between mental healthcare in Canada and the US, the effect that policy changes and human rights issues in the US have on other nations, celebrities and athletes advocating for mental health, and how to be an ally for other women. Also, how do we know when to censor certain words to avoid triggering people? Is there a point where we censor...
2022-07-1559 minThe Revolutionized Mind#59- Panic, Anxiety, and Agoraphobia (with Shannon Jackson)This week on TRM, we are joined by Podcast Host and Anxiety Coach, Shannon Jackson. Shannon is someone who has had a very long, complicated relationship with anxiety and panic. After having constant panic attacks, she was then diagnosed with Agoraphobia. In this episode, she shares her journey navigating this relationship and talks about both the highs and the lows of this whole experience. We discuss coping methods, mindset shifts, and much more. She emphasizes that you CAN live a life free of panic and it doesn't have to keep you from doing the things that you want/love...
2022-07-0942 min
The Revolutionized Mind#58- Mental Health Declassified (with Brandon Teixeira)Welcome back to another episode of The Revolutionized Mind! Today we welcome Brandon, the CEO and Founder of Mental Health Declassified. Brandon shares his personal journey with mental health and how challenging it was for a black, male athlete to open up about what he was going through. After getting injured and losing the ability to play his sport, Brandon began questioning his identity and struggling with depressive/suicidal thoughts. It was not an easy path to get to where he is at today, but he talks about how his experiences inspired him to start a community of his...
2022-07-0238 minThe Revolutionized Mind#57- Therapy and Human Rights (with Viva Mental Health)Happy...Tuesday?? As mentioned, this episode was not planned. But, after having a really insightful and informative conversation with Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo from Viva Mental Health, I felt like this should be released sooner rather than later. What started off as an introduction to their journeys as therapists and business owners turned into a discussion around the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade and the resulting implications that it will have. We talk about maintaining mental health during terrifying times, how you can get more educated, why it's important to get involved, and much mo...
2022-06-2844 minThe Revolutionized Mind#56- Boundaries: what they are, how to set them, and why we need them (with Patricia DiGiorgio)This week, we are joined by a Therapist in-training and mental health advocate, Patricia DiGiorgio. In this episode, we talk all about boundaries! Many of us have heard a thing or two about boundary setting but don't really know what that means or how to apply it to our own lives. So, Patricia explains what boundaries are all about, what signs to look out for, how to deal with any consequences involved, negative self-talk, and much more! As human beings living in today's busy world, boundary setting is essential to our overall health and well-being. I hope that this...
2022-06-2431 minThe Revolutionized Mind#55- Self-Discovery and Taking Chances (with Michele Steko)The podcast is back this week with the lovely Michele Steko! In this episode, Michele shares her personal development journey that began only a couple of years ago. After being in a comfortable corporate position for 17 years, she decided to take a chance on herself and start her own business. Michele explains some of the challenges that came with this, the lessons she has learned, and just how important it was that she followed that tug she had in her heart to try something new. She also discusses the role that mindset has played in this journey, how her...
2022-06-1746 minThe Revolutionized Mind#54- My Eating Disorder Journey (with Natalie Collicutt)Welcome back to another episode of TRM! This week, we are joined by Natalie Collicutt, a female soccer player at Laurentian University. Natalie shares how her eating disorder completely took over her own brain, affected her relationships, and negatively impacted her overall well-being. After struggling with body image for most of her life, she began actively restricting food intake and overexercising whenever she could, both as a result of heavy intrusive thoughts. However, she was in denial about her mental illness for quite some time and was able to play it off in front of loved ones, until she...
2022-05-271h 30The Revolutionized Mind#53- Ahimsa and Non-Violence (with Dr. Varun Gandhi)This week, we are diving into a new topic, called Ahimsa. Ahimsa refers to the principle of not causing any harm to all living things, including the self, others, plants, and animals. In Jainism, Ahimsa is one of the core virtues that represents non-violence. In this episode, Dr. Varun tells us all about his spirituality journey, how Ahimsa and meditation became an essential part of his life, and the role that diet and nutrition have played in his overall health. I learned so much from this conversation, and I really hope that you do too! Be sure to follow...
2022-05-2040 minThe Revolutionized Mind#52- The Power of Story and Reframing your Mindset (with Sandra Chuma)I hope everyone is enjoying the sunshine this week! In this very powerful episode, we are joined by Coach, Mentor, Speaker, and Entrepreneur, Sandra Chuma. Sandra shares some of her personal life experiences which includes growing up in Zimbabwe, working three jobs while being a full-time university student, and trying to figure out her "purpose" while doing it all. She is a strong believer in the power of story and how we can reframe our mindset in a way that best serves who we want to be and what we want to achieve. She talks all about overcoming adversity...
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The Mental MatchupEpisode 49 - Angelica GalluzzoIn this week’s episode of The Mental Matchup, Kat speaks with Angelica Galluzzo. Angelica is the host of the podcast The Revolutionized Mind, which provides space for people to share their mental health stories in order to promote positivity and happiness even in difficult situations. She talks about finding one’s identity outside of sport, the differences in sports culture between the US and Canada, and dealing with 5 major knee surgeries within 5 years.Angelica stresses the fact that injuries or tough times are only momentary and things will get better. As advertised in her podc...
2022-05-1146 minThe Revolutionized MindSpecial: World Lupus Day (with Lupus Canada)Happy World Lupus Day! I am incredibly honoured to be partnering with Lupus Canada for Lupus Awareness Month (May). In this first ever special episode, we are joined by Executive Director, Leanne Mielczarek, and Youth Ambassador, Isaac Hall to discuss all things Lupus. Leanne tells us more about what Lupus is and how Lupus Canada is making a difference. Isaac shares his personal experiences living with Lupus and how it has affected him over the years, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I learned so much from these two interviews and I really hope that you do too. Together, we can...
2022-05-1044 minThe Revolutionized Mind#51- My Grief Journey (with Paige Lyrette)In this week's episode, we are joined by small business owner, Paige Lyrette. Unfortunately, Paige lost her mom, and best friend, in November of 2021 to ALS. Paige goes into detail about how she is learning to cope after such a big loss and how her own mental health has been affected throughout the process. She talks about how her grieving journey actually started when they received the diagnosis 2 years prior and how it's only gotten harder since her passing. She also explains the process of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) and how difficult it was for her family to...
2022-05-0645 minThe Revolutionized Mind#50- WTF Does 'The Revolutionized Mind' Even Mean?Happy Friday everybody! Can you believe that this is Episode 50??!! Because I sure cannot. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported me along this journey- I wouldn't be where I am today without you! To celebrate the special occasion, I decided to record a solo episode that explains what 'The Revolutionized Mind' is all about. I understand that there has been some hesitancy around what the title truly means, so I wanted to give a detailed explanation of where I got the idea, how I came up with my slogan, and what it all represents. My goal...
2022-04-2922 minThe Revolutionized Mind#49- Navigating Online School and Coping with Burnout (with Cavelle Simpson)This week, we are joined by Cavelle Simpson from the Global Mental Health Outreach to talk about her experience with navigating online school and coping with burnout during the pandemic. She shares some of the challenges that she faced with social isolation, academic performance, and making time for her own well-being. Further, we briefly discuss the impact that the pandemic had on athletic performance as she struggled with her own return to sport as well. Cavelle offers some advice and suggestions from her own experience that will hopefully help someone else navigate these stressful times. On a positive note...
2022-04-2238 minThe Revolutionized Mind#48- Trauma Healing and Recovery (with April Haggart)In this week’s episode, we are joined by Certified Trauma Recovery Coach, April Haggart. Trauma Recovery Coaches “work with trauma survivors as peers, mentors, guides and educators with the goal of helping their clients understand the recovery process, reconnect with themselves and the world while using their strengths to build a life they love living” (International Association of Trauma Recovery Coaching). As a multiple trauma survivor, April shares and uses her own experiences with trauma to raise awareness and to help others along their healing journey. In this conversation, we discuss the evolution of mental health stigma and servic...
2022-04-1553 minThe Revolutionized Mind#47- Sleep, Productivity, and Mental Health (with Marie Klamer)This week, we are joined by a Master's Student in Psychology, Marie Klamer. Marie specializes in sleep, productivity, and habits, and ultimately, teaches people how to use psychology to boost their well-being. In this episode, she educates us on the relationship between sleep and psychology and provides many helpful suggestions about how we can improve our sleep. She talks about our circadian rhythm, caffeine intake, exposure to light, and more! We also discuss productivity and how "hustle culture" is negatively impacting our perceptions of what it really means to be productive. Marie gives advice on how we can both increase...
2022-04-0837 minThe Revolutionized Mind#46- Advocating in a Media-Focused World (with Ryan Forsyth)This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by award-winning mental health advocate, speaker, and podcast host, Ryan Forsyth. In this episode, Ryan shares some of his own personal experiences with mental illness and describes how his advocacy journey began. After posting his story to social media, he realized the power and importance of using his voice and platform to help contribute to meaningful change in our society. Conversely, we discuss some of the pressures and challenges that come from advocating on social media, including performative action, representation, and more. We also go into men's mental health and...
2022-04-0159 minThe Revolutionized Mind#45- Radical Self-Love (with Julia Roman)This week, we are joined by Julia Roman who is a teacher, coach, advocate, and ultimately, a beautiful soul. Julia specializes in anxiety, self-love, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) in her work while helping women release limiting beliefs and heal themselves from the inside out. In this episode, Julia defines radical self-love and explains how we can become our most authentic selves by challenging those beliefs and learning to embrace all parts of who we are. We also discuss the importance of faith and spirituality and explain the role that both have played in our lives. We emphasize how crucial...
2022-03-2545 minThe Revolutionized Mind#44- Getting Out of a Toxic Relationship (with Larissa Joy)This week, we are joined by Larissa Joy, an online wellness coach, who is sharing her personal story with both being in and getting out of a toxic relationship. In this episode, Larissa talks about what the relationship looked like, what kind of red flags were there, and how difficult it was to navigate the situation. She describes how challenging it can be to view these relationships as "toxic" when you do see small glimpses of love and hope throughout. After finally making the decision to leave her partner, she talks about some of the mental health struggles that...
2022-03-181h 01The Revolutionized Mind#43- Finding Your Hobby (with ClassRT)This week, we are joined by Veronica Cortes and Maeve Rogers from ClassRT. ClassRT is an online learning community that allows independent creators to share their passion and expertise with others. Any user can sign up as a student or a teacher, and it all takes place on one site. It is an easy, cost-effective way to expand your knowledge, connect with others, and improve your overall well-being. In this episode, we learn more about this community and what kinds of benefits it has to offer. As well, we discuss the importance of finding a hobby and doing things that...
2022-03-1135 minThe Revolutionized Mind#42- Bouncing Back (with Rachel Summers)Happy Friday everyone! This week we are joined by mental health coach and advocate, Rachel Summers. Rachel is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy coach with the Canadian Mental Health Association’s BounceBack program which is designed to help people improve their mental health and well-being. In this episode, Rachel talks about her personal mental health journey with clinical depression, dealing with a loved one’s experience with addiction, and trauma. She explains how she had to create her toolkit of coping strategies and learn to use her soft skills as her strength, rather than a weakness. We discuss many things in t...
2022-03-0456 min
Life in Red PodcastAngelica Galluzzo | LIR on The Revolutionized MindOn this episode: Angelica Galluzzo, a Mental Health Advocate and Host of The Revolutionized Mind, comes on to share her mental health journey and talk about the impact of her podcast. We talk about when she first noticed she was struggling with her mental health, her lowest point and how she overcame it, the balance between being a high performance athlete and mental health struggles, why she started her podcast, how it's changed her, why she started publicly advocating and more!
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2022-02-281h 03The Revolutionized Mind#41- Finding a Therapist (with Rob Pintwala)This week we are joined by the Founder of First Session, Rob Pintwala. First Session is a mental health service designed to help you find the right therapist through the use of meaningful human connection and transparency. Rob talks about the inspiration behind the business, what makes their platform unique, and how they hope to improve the overall accessibility of therapy services. In this episode, we also discuss some of the challenges within our mental health system, including long wait times and unaffordable resources, and how First Session aims to mitigate those obstacles. Finding a therapist is often a...
2022-02-2542 minThe Revolutionized Mind#40- Sharing your Story and Feeling your Feelings (with Varinder)This week on TRM, we are joined by artist, writer, and speaker, Varinder from YouthSpeak Charity. YouthSpeak is an organization that focuses on youth mental health through education, speaker stories, and peer support. In this episode, we learn more about what YouthSpeak does, as well as Varinder's experience with becoming a speaker and sharing her mental health story. We also discuss the importance of emotional intelligence and how crucial it is to simply feel your feelings, both good and bad, rather than try to run away from them. Varinder is extremely passionate about her work and it really shows...
2022-02-1833 minThe Revolutionized Mind#39- Recreation Therapy (with Katie Carter)Did you know that February was Recreation Therapy month? Have you ever heard of Rec Therapy or utilized it before? Today, we are joined by a Certified Therapist Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and small business owner, Katie Carter. In this episode, we discuss what Recreation Therapy is all about, including the approach, the intervention, the targeted 5 domains of well-being (physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual), and the science behind it. Katie describes how CTRS's design a research-based plan to help a client achieve their goals through recreation and leisure education. She also talks about how she applies this approach to h...
2022-02-1137 minThe Revolutionized Mind#38- How Stress Impacts the Body (with Dr. Emma Whelpton)Happy February! This week, we are joined by Dr. Emma Whelpton, who is a Chiropractor and Movement Teacher. Emma strives to help her patients fix their chronic pain naturally by uniting science and soul. A large part of her work focuses on low back pain, stress relief, and finding movement that is right for you. In this episode, we discuss what chronic pain is, how stress impacts the body, the benefits of movement, and how breathwork can be used to regulate our nervous system. This conversation is extremely informative and gives a ton of helpful advice on how to...
2022-02-0445 minThe Revolutionized Mind#37- Sports and Mental Health (with Cindi Miller)This week on TRM, we are joined by Former D1 athlete, Therapist, and Coach, Cindi Miller. Cindi specializes in eating disorders, body image, and athlete mental health, using her own experiences and knowledge to create a strong, cohesive, and compassionate team environment. In this episode, we discuss the positive and negative impacts that sports can have on youth, the role that coaches and parents have in raising their athletes, and societal gender norms that affect athletic performance and individual identities. Cindi talks about the ever-changing and progressive sports world and how crucial it is for people to get educated...
2022-01-281h 03The Revolutionized Mind#36- True Freedom (with Linda Ge)This week on TRM, we are joined by lifestyle coach and spiritual leader, Linda Ge. Linda talks about her mental health journey and how cultural differences played a large role throughout her childhood. She expresses the anger that she had towards her parents for always making her feel like she had to follow a specific path in order to be loved and accepted. After moving out, Linda was able to explore who she really was and create a life that she wanted to live. In this episode, she discusses what "true freedom" means to her, she gives tips and...
2022-01-2141 minThe Revolutionized Mind#35- Reducing the Stigma (with Victoria Colaluca)Today we are joined by mental health blogger and Master's candidate, Victoria Colaluca. In this episode, we talk about the importance of destigmatizing mental illness and how impactful language can be. Victoria shares her experiences with depression and OCD and describes how stigma kept her from getting the help that she needed. When stigma is present, we feel ashamed of what we are going through and it limits our understanding of what mental illness truly is. We discuss different ways that stigma can harm an individual and suggest some easy things that can be done to help make a...
2022-01-1437 minThe Revolutionized Mind#34- Eternally Evolving (with Alicia Rose)This week on The Revolutionized Mind, we are joined by Alicia Rose from Eternally Evolving. Alicia is a registered social worker and spiritual coach who has built her business around helping other people realize their own self-worth and true potential. In this episode, she shares her personal experiences with anxiety, fear of rejection, and lack of self-confidence, and explains how she has used things like Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and the Law of Attraction to really improve her inner dialogue and challenge these negative beliefs. With both her experiences and knowledge, she is passionate about showing other people that...
2022-01-0752 minThe Revolutionized Mind#33- Self-Love and Body Neutrality (with Mary Mondlock)On the final episode of 2021, we are joined by body image advocate and TikTok star, Mary Mondlock. Mary shares her experiences with anxiety and eating disorders, and explains what her journey to self-love has looked like. After a long struggle with her own body image, she finally got to a point of simply accepting who she was and decided that she would no longer change her body for anyone else's approval. She began posting her body and "imperfections" on social media to show others that we are all beautiful and worthy of love, just as we are. In this...
2021-12-311h 02The Revolutionized Mind#32- Healing the Anxious Mind (with Carly Johnston)This week, we are joined by mental health advocate and medical student, Carly Johnston from the Healing the Anxious Mind Instagram page. After many years of struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, low self-worth, and one intense burnout, Carly decided to start her healing journey. She is extremely knowledgeable, relatable, and authentic in her advocacy work and has built a successful platform/community of over 12,000 people. In this episode, Carly shares her experiences with anxiety, some tips and tricks that she’s learned along the way, and the importance of setting boundaries and finding the things that work best for you. If...
2021-12-241h 22The Revolutionized Mind#31- Holism and Meditation (with Cedric Joseph)This week, we are joined by Cedric Joseph who is very passionate about psychology, meditation, and taking a holistic approach to life. In this episode, CJ talks about the human experience and why it is so important to pay attention to the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of our lives. He explains what the CHEK institute - where is he currently obtaining a holistic lifestyle coach certificate - is and how he believes that we can add some of these concepts to improve the mainstream education system. CJ also goes into detail about what meditation is, the positive...
2021-12-1757 minThe Revolutionized Mind#30- What 'Passion' Means to MeIn this week's solo episode, I tell the story of why I have the word, 'Passion' tattooed on my left wrist. After struggling with depression and self-harm, I found it very challenging to feel any sense of purpose in my life, until I learned what I was truly passionate about. At the time, soccer was my sweet escape. It was the only place I could go to where I could feel like myself and get away from all the negative thoughts and feelings that I was battling constantly. 'Passion' became a word, a coping strategy, and a lifestyle that...
2021-12-1032 minThe Revolutionized Mind#29- Culture and Mental Health (with Diana Del Rosario)Today, we are joined by guest, Diana Del Rosario who shares her struggles with depression coming from a Filipino background. She talks about what it was like being in an immigrant family and how mental health was never a topic of discussion or viewed as a valid illness. In many Asian cultures, emotional control is desired and any sign of distress is typically seen as a weakness. She explains how damaging this mentality can be and how difficult it was for her to even acknowledge what she was going through herself. Diana provides insight and advice for those who...
2021-11-1257 minThe Revolutionized Mind#28- Taking YOUR Power Back (with Abbey Sawyer)This week on TRM, we are joined by the Founder and Leader of The Movement of Empowerment, Abbey Sawyer! Abbey demonstrates her vulnerability in this episode as she opens up about her struggles with anxiety, verbal abuse, and depressive thoughts. She also shares some tips and tricks about how she learned to cope with these things, the changes that she has made to her own life, and the improved mindset that she has developed as a result of these struggles. She talks about the importance of self-care, validation, and ultimately, taking YOUR power back. Abbey is extremely inspirational, insightful...
2021-09-0349 minThe Revolutionized Mind#27- Leadership and Mental Health at Work (with Dr. Peter Shipley)This week, we are joined by Dr. Peter Shipley, who just retired from his position with the Ontario Provincial Police. Peter has been a large part of leadership and mental health research, strategy planning and implementation, and organizational culture development. In this episode, he shares some of his knowledge and expertise regarding the widely recognized 13 Psychosocial Factors for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace. He talks about what they are, why they are important, and how they can be implemented by both employers and employees. He provides examples from his own work experience and reflects on how the...
2021-08-2751 minThe Revolutionized Mind#26- Mental Health Education (with Stephen Liu)Stephen Liu is a Mental Health Educator with the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) York Region and South Simcoe. In today's episode, he tells us all about what his position entails, which includes going around to different schools/communities to present psycho-educational workshops about mental health and well-being. Stephen works with young people aged 12-24 and has a passion for listening to what they have to say while offering them solutions or coping strategies. After about 10 years in this role, he reflects on some of the trends that he has seen in youth mental health over the years, especially...
2021-08-2053 minThe Revolutionized Mind#25- Crushing the Comeback (with Conor Kelly)This week, we are joined by Conor Kelly, host of the ComebaCK podcast! Conor is from the UK, but is currently living in Vietnam, and has aspirations to move to Australia when the borders open back up. In this episode, he shares his own struggles with mental health and explains how it affected his life. After many years of therapy, medication, and self-development, he decided to start his own podcast to help highlight other people’s comeback stories and to demonstrate that failures/setbacks are not always bad things. Conor has been able to interview several figures around the wo...
2021-08-1352 minThe Revolutionized Mind#24- Thinking Into Greatness (with JT Tsui)JT is an amazing coach, mentor, leader, author, and overall person. After experiencing some pain in his own life and longing for meaningful connection, he decided to start a Facebook community called, Thinking Into Greatness. On this platform, he connects with other like-minded individuals and has powerful conversations with others about their own personal growth development and journey to success. JT is an expert in all thing's mentality, mindset, and perspectives which is exactly why I wanted to have him on the podcast! In this episode, he shares a lot of knowledge, advice, and inspiration. If you are interested...
2021-08-0644 minThe Revolutionized Mind#23- Anxiety and Religious OCD (with Maddy Furgiuele)This week, we are joined by MentalHealthwMaddy’s very own, Maddy Furgiuele. Maddy is a mental health advocate who was diagnosed with Anxiety and Scrupulosity (or better known as Religious OCD) a few years ago. In today’s episode, Maddy shares her trauma from a toxic elementary school that negatively impacted her mental well-being. She describes how it started, what it developed into, and why she finally decided to reach out for help. She gives a ton of great insight into these illnesses and also shares some helpful coping strategies that she learned in therapy. Be sure to follow her...
2021-07-3036 minThe Revolutionized Mind#22- Clinical Psychology: Academia, Research, and Personal Interests (with Megan Raichelson)This week, we are joined by Clinical Psychology student, Megan Raichelson. Megan shares her experiences in academia, including her undergraduate journey, the post-grad application process, and the Doctorate program that she is in now. She has a wealth of knowledge and perspectives about both the field of psychology and the field of mental health. She gives some great advice about navigating your education and finding a program that is right for you. Whether you are a psychology student or simply considering graduate school, this episode is for you! Megan also shares a great deal of information about interpersonal dynamics...
2021-07-2345 min
The Huddle With JTEpisode #16 - Angelica GalluzzoIn this conversation I had the opportunity to sit down Western Mustangs Soccer alum, a leader with the Student-Athlete Mental Health Initiative and founder of The Revolutionized Mind podcast Angelica Galluzzo.
Angelica and I talk about the connection between mental health and optimal performance, the importance of hitting pause/checking in and the importance of a positive and empowering environment. This and so much more.
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2021-07-2150 minThe Revolutionized Mind#21- Finding Your Path (with Anthony Pietrobono)TRM is back this week with fitness and finance growth coach, Anthony Pietrobono. In this episode, we talk about self-identity and finding your true path or purpose. Anthony shares his story and explains how he started experiencing burnout in his previous career which initiated a transition to something new. He was struggling with his own goals and ideas of what he thought he was supposed to be doing in his life until he began prioritizing his values. With the help of Ikigai and psychotherapy, he was able to figure out what he was passionate about and what he thinks...
2021-07-1640 min
ComebaCKComebaCK INTERVIEW #117 - Angelica Galluzzo - The Revolutionized Mind PodcastAngelica Galluzzo is a Canadian student of psychology and the host of 'The Revolutionized Mind Podcast', looking to spread awareness and insight into a variety of topics linked to mental health. We go from her soccer scholarship, time in USA, techniques to manage mental health, the darkest points, how she made a comeback, aims behind 'Revolutionized Mind Podcast', and aims for the future, both personally and professionally. Thank you, Angelica! You can find out more about Angelica at 'Revolutionized Mind Podcast', on all streaming platforms, and on Instagram, and more about ComebaCK at @thecomebackwithck on Instagram.
2021-07-1424 minThe Revolutionized Mind#20- My Pride StoryHappy pride month everyone! This week, I decided to share something that not many people know about me. With all the positive posts that I have seen this month, I wanted to tell my story in the hopes that it can help at least one other person. While this is a very personal and vulnerable topic for not only me, but my family and friends as well, I am so happy to be releasing this episode. I share my pride story, the confusion and impacts that came with it, and most importantly, how internal fears about what others are going...
2021-06-1840 minThe Revolutionized Mind#19- Against All Odds (with Kyle Donnelly)This week, Kyle, a Stage 4 cancer survivor, shares his story and perspectives on The Revolutionized Mind. At the age of 38, he was living an extremely active and healthy lifestyle when things, unfortunately, took a turn. He was diagnosed with colon cancer and immediately began chemotherapy and radiation. After a few years of ups and downs, to his doctor's disbelief, he beat his pathology tests and was told that he was cancer-free! This journey has taught Kyle a great deal about perspectives, mindset, and kindness. He thinks of each day moving forward as a bonus and an opportunity to live...
2021-06-1138 minThe Revolutionized Mind#18- Fitness, Wellness, and Balance (with Brianna Gibbons)This week, we are joined by Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor, Brianna Gibbons. She went to school for Biochemistry and then decided that she wanted to use her passion for fitness and nutrition to help other people. Bri created an Instagram page (@brisbootcamp) that provides realistic and sustainable workouts, tips, and inspiration to live a balanced life. We talk about the impacts that social media has on our mental health and well-being, as well as how things like positivity, gratitude, and mindset can improve our overall health. This episode is filled with great advice and perspectives that have personally...
2021-06-0445 minThe Revolutionized Mind#17- Peer Support and Getting Help (with Jamie Carlisle)This week, we are joined by Jamie Carlisle from the Canadian Mental Health Association, MOBYSS team. Jamie is a Peer Support Specialist who works with youth aged 12 to 25. He shares information about an incredible free resource, Mobile Outreach Bus York South Simcoe, that is currently offering virtual drop-in clinics every Thursday from 3 pm - 5 pm. No referrals, health cards, or appointments necessary! Jamie shares lots of great tips and suggestions about coping with personal mental health, getting the help that you need, and signs to look out for in yourself and others. Even if you don't live in York...
2021-05-2833 minThe Revolutionized Mind#16- Second Chances (with Menley Langham)This week, we are joined by mental health advocate, Menley Langham! Menley shares her story with mental illness and explains how she got to where she is today. After going through many years of suffering on her own and being undiagnosed, she reached the lowest point in her life which ended up in hospitalization. This allowed her and her family to acknowledge the presence and severity of what were actually mental illnesses. After several ups and downs, Menley finally decided to put her well-being before her academics and athletics which ultimately resulted in positive changes. Now, she uses her...
2021-05-211h 02The Revolutionized Mind#15- Racism and Mental Health (with Jordan Thompson)This week, we are joined by U.S National Team volleyball player and Under Armour athlete, Jordan Thompson. She talks about her own personal struggles with mental health and how the events of 2020, particularly the pandemic and the social injustices that were globally brought to light, impacted her. She addresses the relationship between racism and mental health and shares some of her own experiences/anxieties that come with being a Black woman in America. We discuss some of the ways that anti-racist action was taken by white people and how we can effectively do our part in creating change...
2021-05-1437 minThe Revolutionized Mind#14- Spirituality, meditation, and authenticity (with Daniil Shesterinin)This week, we are joined by a Spiritual Samurai! Daniil shares a great deal of knowledge, insight, and perspectives about what spirituality is and how it can benefit us. He provides cultural/historical information to explain where these ideologies and practices started from and how they have evolved over time. He helps to break down some of the misconceptions towards meditation and gives useful tips for anyone who wants to try something new. We emphasize authenticity, self-improvement, and individuality. Note: spirituality can be practiced in whatever way works for you. All you need is an open mind, agency over...
2021-05-0756 minThe Revolutionized Mind#13- Addiction and Concurrent Disorders (with Nicole Giuliano)This week, Nicole shares her story with addiction and concurrent disorders. She opens up about her struggles with weed, NyQuil, depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder, body image, and more. After 5 times in treatment, she has now been clean off of drugs for almost 3.5 years! Although she still does suffer from mental illness, she is in a much better place mentally and is using her pain and trauma to help others by studying to become an addictions counselor. Her story is incredibly eye-opening and inspiring! Trigger warning: addiction, substance use, self-harm, suicide, sexual assault, eating disorders, and other mental illnesses are...
2021-04-301h 21The Revolutionized Mind#12- Parenting a Suicidal Child (with Dona Galluzzo)This week, I am honoured to be joined by a real-life superwoman, my mom! We start off by discussing a bit about my childhood and some of the things that negatively affected me in my early years. As an outsider looking in, she explains some of the changes that she began seeing in my behaviours that lead her to believe that something was wrong. She talks about how my mental illnesses both impacted her and the rest of my family. It is a raw, vulnerable, and emotional conversation. But hopefully, it will show you that you are not alone...
2021-04-1642 minThe Revolutionized Mind#11- Borderline Personality Disorder (with Claire Ciccarelli)This week, Claire shares her experiences with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). She goes into detail about what this mental illness is, how it is diagnosed, what the common symptoms are, and what it feels like to be in her shoes. Claire educates, inspires, and motivates through her knowledge and experiences with having BPD. We also talk about different ways of coping and how to be there for someone who may be struggling. Trigger warning: suicide and self-harm are talked about in this episode. If you, or anyone you know, are feeling any kind of severe mental distress, please utilize...
2021-04-0947 minThe Revolutionized Mind#10- Rising from the Ashes (with Noah Johns)This week, we hear Noah's inspiring story. He shares his experiences with depression, suicide, self-harm, and substance use. He explains a situation that led to him getting arrested for aggravated assault, something that he thought he was simply defending himself and protecting others for. This incident has had several effects on his mental health, both negative and positive. Listen to hear about how Noah learned to reframe his experiences which allowed him to pursue new opportunities and find his purpose. Although his recovery journey is an ongoing process, he now uses his story to be the voice that others...
2021-04-0256 minThe Revolutionized Mind#9- Nutrition and Mental Health (with Maddy Shoemaker)Building off of last week’s episode, Maddy joins me today to talk about her knowledge and experiences with Nutrition and Dietetics. She does an amazing job of outlining the relationship between nutrition and mental health and identifies the problematic behaviours and beliefs that we obtain in our society regarding food. We talk about the importance of this topic for individual and societal well-being, the difference between disordered eating habits and eating disorders, different definitions of eating disorders, including orthorexia, and normative drinking behaviours. I also share a personal story about negative coping mechanisms related to disordered eating habits. Tr...
2021-03-2644 minThe Revolutionized Mind#8- Messages from the media: How to be a woman (with Carlea Blight)This episode is filled with several interesting topics, but they all centre around the way that women are portrayed in the media. Body image issues, internalized negative thoughts, disordered eating habits, eating disorders, the sexualization of female bodies, rape culture, and many more. Carlea shares her experience with her own eating disorders and identifies the factors that contributed to the onset and progression of her mental illness. Trigger warning: specific thoughts, feelings, and behaviours associated with eating disorders are mentioned in this episode, including dialogue that may be triggering for anyone recovering from related trauma. We discuss how the...
2021-03-1951 minThe Revolutionized Mind#7- be YOU (with Jaashir Morris)Today, Jaashir shares his story about coming out as a black, gay, individual and the impacts that it has had on his mental health. He talks about the societal pressures, family ideals, and friendship changes that he experienced throughout his process of becoming the person that he was meant to be. We have come a long way, but there is still so much more that we need to do to ensure that black and queer people have accessible resources to take care of themselves and be the fun, loving, accepting individuals that they are. Follow us on Instagram @therevolutionizedmind...
2021-03-1246 minThe Revolutionized Mind#6- Toxic Masculinity, Social Justice, and Mental Health (with Owain Evans)You are guaranteed to revolutionize your mind and improve the way that you see yourself, others, and the world around you by listening to today's guest, Owain Evans! As someone who suffers from Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Owain has really learned how to analyze his thoughts and to use his voice in a way that benefits others. We discuss the negative impacts of toxic masculinity and speaking up about social justice issues and how both are related to mental health. He explains his experience, as a white straight male, with activism and progressive thinking. At the core, we are all just...
2021-03-0542 minThe Revolutionized Mind#5- Healing Your Vibe (with Somer Blight)Today, I am joined by Somer Blight from the Blissed Out Project! We talk about the journey of self-discovery through becoming self-aware and understanding the power of vulnerability. She offers alternative perspectives on the concept of healing and describes the fundamental beliefs of her spiritual practice. We discuss these views in a way that relates to mental health and find that, at the core, they really aren't that much different. This episode does a great job of expressing these perspectives in a way that makes sense. Even if you do not associate with spirituality, you will be able to...
2021-02-2640 minThe Revolutionized Mind#4- How to Support Someone (with Julian Antonini)Today, I talk about how to support someone who may be struggling with their mental health. More often than not, people tend to find themselves in a supportive role and are not exactly sure how to navigate the situation. It is so important that we are educated on these topics and understand how to recognize and address mental health concerns/crises! I'm joined by my ex-boyfriend, Julian Antonini to dive into what his role looked like as my support person during the lowest time in my life. We talk about the positive and negative ways that we dealt with...
2021-02-1947 minThe Revolutionized Mind#3- Mental Illness Recognition (with Heather Raymond)Heather Raymond joins us for today's episode on mental illness recognition. She shares her story about how she was able to distinguish what she was going through from a mental health struggle, and become aware of the severity of her negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviours in her life. Again, I talk about Jack.org's Mental Health Advocacy Training and highlight the signs that we should be looking for that may potentially lead to or be because of a diagnosable mental illness. We talk about some internal dialogue, the stigma around getting help, and the importance of taking care of your...
2021-02-1231 min