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Pain To JoyKeep Moving ForwardThis week Danielle speaks about a visit from her parents that was painful, emotional, and full of opportunities.She shares valuable mindset tools of perspective and how to reframe the most challenging experiences.She reminds listeners that even the tiniest baby steps towards their intentions and goals are massive steps in the direction of reaching and living their dreams.Danielle invites listeners to feel their feelings, acknowledges them for their resilience, and encourages them to always keep moving forward.Follow Danielle on Instagram:2025-04-1317 minPain To JoySurrender And Let Go To Make Space For New DreamsIn this week’s episode Danielle shares her experience with grief and isolation, acceptance and joy on her healing journey.She references a key tenet from the Landmark Forum that can help us all live more empowered lives.Danielle reflects upon an affirming Jonathan Foust quote:“What could be good about this?”As she does her best to embrace this quiet time.She speaks to the many ways grief touches us all throughout our lives.Daniel...2025-03-2924 minPain To JoyPay Attention To The Synchronicities In Your LifeThis week Danielle shares the truth of how it’s been for her during this challenging chapter.She celebrates the gifts of pain, concussion recovery, and central sensitivity.She speaks to the benefits of staying open minded, openhearted, and curious, and encourages listeners to approach even the most familiar situations with a beginner’s mind.Danielle shares the joy of magical surprises, and a beautiful surprise that filled her heart this week, and will continue to do so for a long time.She invi...2025-03-1336 minPain To JoyWe Are All Healing From SomethingThis week Danielle shares some updates about her concussion recovery and clears up any confusion that last week‘s episode might’ve caused.She explains why an excerpt from Sarah Polley’s book Run Towards The Danger was both triggering and incredibly healing.She unexpectedly and vulnerably moves through a self-compassion practice in real time; highlighting three tenants of self-compassion that are valuable tools to live a more love and peace filled life.Danielle invites listeners to extend love, grace and kindness to themselves when they are trigge...2025-03-0521 minPain To JoyStarting Over Again ~ If I Can Do It, So Can You! Concussion & Central Sensitivity RecoveryThis week Danielle has an Aha! Moment that solidifies that life is happening for you, for her, for all of us.She expresses her gratitude for all of the events that are leading her on a path to getting stronger than she has ever been.She talks about how she is being proactive to stay away from screens while her central nervous system heals in this overstimulating digital world.Danielle champions her self-compassion practice for allowing her to be kind to herself and get back to healthy...2025-02-2622 minPain To JoyThree Simple Self-Love Practices for A More Love and Joy Filled LifeWith Valentine’s Day upon us, this week Danielle shares a heart expanding experience that inspired her to record this episode.She shares three of her go-to simple self-love practises to bring more love, peace and joy into your life.She speaks about a useful tool that is helping her get through a challenging time.Danielle extends her thankfulness and dedicates a heartfelt love note to her listeners.Follow Danielle on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/...2025-02-1311 minPain To JoyChoose A More Empowered Story In this first episode of 2025 Danielle shares some challenges she’s experienced the last couple of months.She tells the truth about how recent migraines and pain flares have impacted her life.Danielle expresses gratitude for her self-compassion, self-nurturing, and mindfulness practices that have been put to the test.She invites listeners to question the stories they’re telling themselves and emphasizes the importance of telling more empowered stories to yourself and others.Danielle shares the helpful tools and affirmations she has been using to shift out of fear and back into...2025-02-0420 minPain To JoyPeople Are Kind. People Are Good. And Love Is Everywhere.This week Danielle talks about why she created the Pain to Joy podcast and celebrates herself for this 27th episode.She shares a story of kindness and love, that she experienced with strangers who have now become friends.She raves about her magical long weekend in Naples; as well as the joys and challenges that this getaway brought her.Danielle invites listeners to reflect upon where they have gotten distracted from what is truly important to them.She explains why she is taking...2024-11-0921 minPain To JoyBecoming The Best Version of YourselfIn this week's episode Danielle speaks about her current living situation and how it is giving her opportunities to be a better human.She reflects on an interview she heard between Oprah and Daniel Pink, and invites listeners to reflect upon who makes them the best version of themselves?She asserts that every time we are triggered, it's an opportunity to uncover the why, heal and improve ourselves.Danielle shares that she used to be terrified of being vulnerable, and how she has learned to tell herself...2024-10-2925 minPain To JoyBeing More Than Okay With The UnknownIn this week's episode Danielle shares some updates from Florence, Italy.She speaks to the importance of mindset and perspective, and how she has come to not only being okay with the unknown, but trust that life is always unfolding for her to learn and grow from.She uncovers how pivotal her self-love and self-compassion journey has been in all of this and invites listeners check out the following experts in the field:Kristin Neff Phdhttps://self-compassion.org...2024-10-2320 minPain To JoyThere Is Always Something To Be Thankful ForIn this week's episode as she recorded over this Canadian Thanksgiving weekend, Danielle shares a simple gratitude practice She reflects upon a beautiful relationship that ended, and speaks about how to receive more of what you desire in your relationships.She reminds listeners that nourishing and showing up for themselves first will radically transform their lives and all of their relationships.Danielle quotes Don Miguel Ruiz and shares valuable communication and life truths that have set her free.She reminds listeners that the...2024-10-1521 minPain To Joy"Only good lies before me." Louise HayIn this week's episode Danielle talks about an abrupt and unanticipated move in the past few days.She highlights the importance of mindset.She reflects upon feeling out of control and the truth that:We can't control what happens in our lives, we can only control how we respond to what happens.Danielle shares the Louise Hay quote, "Only good lies before me," one of the mantras by which she lives her life. And she asserts that when you believe that the universe...2024-10-0716 minPain To JoyKeep Keeping Your Heart OpenIn this week's pre-recorded episode, Danielle talks about a recent break up with a beautiful soul, and the feelings that she was experiencing.She expresses how thankful she is for the kindness of angels among her; the loving angels among all of us who take the time to lift us up when we need it most.She shares the truth about what it's like to keep keeping her heart open.Danielle reflects on how much she cherishes sharing moments of true presence with others in this fast...2024-10-0112 minPain To JoyTravel Joy, Perspective, And The Importance of FunThis week Danielle records Pain To Joy from Lampedusa, Italy. She shares the joys of travel and the opportunities and perspective it can bring.She speaks of her experiences with solo travel, and new connections that she is very thankful for.She is reminded of an Einstein quote as she invites listeners to be open to fresh perspectives in their own lives.Danielle provides simple tools to create more space for peace, fun and joy.She shares her thankfulness for the gift of...2024-09-2318 minPain To JoyDo The Best You Can With What You've GotOn this week's episode Danielle shares multiple joys from the past week in the midst of getting her home prepared to rent again.She shares her deep appreciation for two wonderful souls who helped her fix the Murphy bed that was rendered unusable by previous tenants.She asks listeners to pin point a moment of connection that has recently brought them joy.Danielle emotionally expresses her thankfulness for quality time spent with beautiful friends she hadn't seen in two years.She invites listeners...2024-09-1818 minPain To JoyTake Time For Play Make More Time For FunIn this week's episode Danielle shares some updates about her condo as she had some tenants who mistreated several items in her home. She sings the praises of a kind gentleman from the Murphy bed company who is her remotely.She asks listeners how they can incorporate more fun, joy and pleasure into their lives.She expresses how she is being intentional about taking her time, and taking time for wellness and connection, as she prepares her home for new renters.Danielle invites listeners to schedule time...2024-09-0913 minPain To JoyChoose How You Want To LiveThis week, Danielle shares an emotional moment when she allowed herself to be fully human that inspired this episode.She acknowledges that she may have been a toxic positivity person, and explains how sharing inspirational and motivational quotes was a survival tool along her healing journey.She shares something detrimental that a doctor told her back in 2012 and how she's so thankful she chose not to believe it.Danielle expresses her desire and intention to continue to help listeners on their healing journey as it unfolds.2024-09-0224 minPain To JoyBe Here Now And Be PreparedIn this week's episode Danielle shares how her daily journalling practice helped her have a positive shift in perspective.She talks about a childhood activity that prepared her for many life moments, as well as for what she is moving through now.She speaks to being intentional about her wellness journey and the actions she is taking to sustain optimal wellbeing.Danielle shares a tale of magical experiences, connection, and flow at theRogers Charity Classic golf tournament.She provides examples...2024-08-2620 minPain To JoyStay In Your LaneIn this week's episode Danielle shares an insight from the swimming pool that is a helpful tool for everyday life.She talks about her healing and self-compassion journey and the value of being here now. Trusting that by focusing on the present moment, we will get to where we want to go.She professes how being at the public pool is full of incredible people who inspire her.Danielle invites listeners to look at their challenges as opportunities for growth and reminds listeners to celebrate themselves for...2024-08-1911 minPain To JoyPain Is Inevitable Suffering Is OptionalThis week Danielle talks about how waking up feeling panicked recently allowed her to recall when her mindfulness journey began.She shares her first panic attack experience, as well as a tool to help calm the nervous system if panic ensues.She reflects on the start of her mindfulness journey, and expresses her thankfulness for Don Maclean of Practical Wellbeing in Calgary where she began to learn about Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, created by Jon Kabat-Zinn Phd.Danielle mentions the April 5, 2023 episode of Ten Percent Happier with...2024-08-1219 minPain To JoyThere Are So Many Things About You To LoveIn Episode 14 Danielle shares a quote and reminds listeners that their presence in this world is a gift.She talks about the abundance of love letters that she is so thankful to receive.She explains how how she has come to see love everywhere, and how listeners can begin to see and experience more of what they choose to.Danielle asks listeners to reflect on what they love about themselves, and invites them to try a powerful self-love tool.Connect with Danielle on...2024-08-0511 minPain To JoyThe Gifts Of Pain, Perspective, And More Ideal DaysThis week Danielle shares a tool to help listeners experience more joy and more ideal days.She speaks to the gifts that a recent pain flare has given her; and how we can all gain perspective from life's more challenging moments.She invites listeners to reflect on ways to be more kind to themselves. And continues to champion Kristen Neff, Christopher Germer, and Brené Brown for teaching her how to be more compassionate, kind, and loving towards herself.Danielle encourages listeners to stay tuned for part 2 to t...2024-07-2923 minPain To Joy "There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved." George SandIn episode 12 Danielle shares that by creating and sharing this podcast she continues to build trust and belief in herself.She talks about magical surprises, where she is now, and who and what got her there.She reflects upon all of the love in her life and invites listeners to do the same.Danielle speaks to the importance of saying yes, and inquires about what may be holding us all back from saying yes more often.She mentions some tools that she has...2024-07-2318 minPain To Joy"See the light in others as if that is all you see." Dr. Wayne DyerIn Episode 11 Danielle shares the joy of unexpected fun times with friends and family, and one of her most favourite things; live music!She speaks to an inspiring Dr. Wayne Dyer quote, "See the light in others as if that is all you see," after having a fantastic human experience with a lovely gentleman at her bank.She reflects on her summer bucket list, and shares a helpful tool that she uses every day to experience more and more of what she desires.She invites listeners to...2024-07-1627 minPain To JoyAlways believe that something wonderful is about to happenEpisode 10 is inspired by a message Danielle received from her amazingly supportive friend Crystal.The message sparked a reminder of a useful tool she uses to remain optimistic and hopeful, because the best truly is yet to come.Danielle talks about some deep feelings she moved through, and the realization that much of life is about being courageous enough to keep showing up to grieve whatever losses arise.She shares the value of allowing yourself to feel challenging emotions, and counterbalancing them with lightness and laughter, and...2024-07-0930 minPain To Joy"...You will always be loved more than you will ever know..." Alan WattsIn Episode 9 Danielle shares a moving Alan Watts quote that reminds listeners that "they will always be loved more than they will ever know."She shares how the Stanley Cup finals and a recent dating experience uncovered some feelings that she didn't know were still there.She encourages listeners to be intentional about scheduling self-care and self nourishing practices in order to love themselves more and more and more.Danielle asks listeners to reflect upon ways that they have loved and nourished themselves lately.2024-07-0114 minPain To JoyAllowing people to be there for you is a gift that you give them, and yourself.In episode 8, Danielle shares the joys of attending her niece's grade 6 farewell and unanticipated family time.She explains why she believes being kind is always possible.Danielle recalls her journey with shingles, its challenges, and expands upon the many gifts that shingles and post-herpetic neuralgia have brought into her life.She talks about learning to ask for help; that it's okay to have needs and desires. That no one is ever a burden, and that it's more than okay to take up space....2024-06-2433 minPain To JoyShowing Up For Yourself Is The WinIn Episode 7 Danielle is inspired by a conversation with a childhood friend named Chris who is training for a race called the Sinister 7.Their exchange sparked Danielle to recall her experience with Landmark's Advanced Course where she uncovered some valuable, life-changing truths about herself.She touches on her appreciation of true connection through presence, and the importance of giving yourself grace and permission to nourish your own energy first.Danielle invites listeners to reflect upon the joy of the unanticipated gifts that come from saying yes to...2024-06-1727 minPain To JoyWe Were All Beginners OnceIn episode 6 Danielle was inspired by a conversation between David Shands and Myron Golden on episode #449 of the Social Proof Podcast, reminding us that when we are experiencing someone's light, it was often borne from hard work and perseverance that took place in the dark.Find it here:https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5BUDCjAW8P/?igsh=MWp4aTFhcGg3N2dzZA==https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Kb0U2Y4AaX0iEh3RvA7x1?si=-53CcmHdTl2-5mWmDdX-0Ahttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-power-of-the-tongue-myron-golden-449/id1374373035?i=10006503532852024-06-1017 minPain To JoyMay You Continue to Be More HumanIn episode 5 Danielle speaks about a video of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman discussing anxiety and how it can serve you and be a gift.Find it here:https://www.facebook.com/reel/1508851559988842?fs=e&s=TIeQ9V&mibextid=4wKefoShe shares how trusting her gut to keep a counselling appointment allowed her to experience a deep emotional breakdown-breakthrough, how she was reminded to keep courageously feel challenging feelings and continue being human.Danielle references "Sharing from the scar, not from the wound," a quote she heard on One Giant Mind...2024-06-0334 minPain To JoyWhen You Honour Your Own Needs, You Honour Yourself AND Others In Episode 4 Danielle shares her continued gratitude for the outpouring of love, feedback and support after having begun this podcast adventure.She talks about how she's been feeling lately, and shares tools she has learned to take better care of herself, decrease anxiety, and love herself more and more.Danielle shares the value and importance of tuning into your body and brain with loving kindness to find out what they truly need, in order to better honour your energy in each moment.She recalls when her self-compassion journey began, and the key players...2024-05-2729 minPain To JoyIt Only Takes One Person To Change Your Life: YOU! In Episode 3 Danielle shares tales from her days as a high school language teacher.She opens up about her grief journey and how she started to become more self-aware.Danielle talks about her experiences healing her brain, and how Village Ice Cream was a motivator.She speaks of the value of baby steps when you're making new habits and when you want to get unstuck, heal, and transform your life.She explains a fantastic tool from The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron, that increases neuroplasticity, helps you let go of perfectionist...2024-05-2023 minPain To JoyYour Best Changes Day By Day, Moment By MomentIn Episode 2 Danielle shares her heartfelt gratitude for all of the love and support she's received since launching this podcast.She gives an update about how she's really feeling about the evicted tenants who mistreated her home and belongings.Danielle reveals the healing gems she discovered at a recent visit with her wonderful acupuncturist, Don Wensrich, a.k.a. The Wizard.She shares how she learned the valuable lesson that: your best changes day by day, moment by moment.Danielle talks about how thankful she is that her experience with the...2024-05-1443 minPain To JoyEpisode 1 You'll Never Know If You Don't TryWelcome to Episode One! A little bit about me. Sharing challenges and some wins from the past few days and some joy too! 2024-05-0613 min
Do The Right ThingSeries 5, Episode 4 (Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark, Isy Suttie)Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Isy Suttie join Danielle and Margaret (Michael's away) to chatter about stampeding elephants. skiving off work, sexual ranting and planning weddings (with the help of expert guest 'Wedding Fairy' George Watts). If you like this show, then truly the best way you can pay us back is by helping to get Do The Right Thing to new listeners. Share it with your friends, family and strangers. Also... follow us on Twitter (@DTRTpodcast), 'Like' it on Facebook and comment on iTunes. Thanks! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-08-0336 minDo The Right ThingSeries 5, Episode 4 (Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark, Isy Suttie)Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Isy Suttie join Danielle and Margaret (Michael's away) to chatter about stampeding elephants. skiving off work, sexual ranting and planning weddings (with the help of expert guest 'Wedding Fairy' George Watts). If you like this show, then truly the best way you can pay us back is by helping to get Do The Right Thing to new listeners. Share it with your friends, family and strangers. Also... follow us on Twitter (@DTRTpodcast), 'Like' it on Facebook and comment on iTunes. Thanks! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-08-0336 minDo The Right ThingSeries 5, Episode 4 (Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark, Isy Suttie)Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Isy Suttie join Danielle and Margaret (Michael's away) to chatter about stampeding elephants. skiving off work, sexual ranting and planning weddings (with the help of expert guest 'Wedding Fairy' George Watts). If you like this show, then truly the best way you can pay us back is by helping to get Do The Right Thing to new listeners. Share it with your friends, family and strangers. Also... follow us on Twitter (@DTRTpodcast), 'Like' it on Facebook and comment on iTunes. Thanks! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.2015-08-0336 min
Do The Right ThingDo The Right Thing - Series 5, Episode 4 (Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark, Isy Suttie)Matthew Crosby, Ben Clark and Isy Suttie join Danielle and Margaret (Michael's away) to chatter about stampeding elephants. skiving off work, sexual ranting and planning weddings (with the help of expert guest 'Wedding Fairy' George Watts).
If you like this show, then truly the best way you can pay us back is by helping to get Do The Right Thing to new listeners. Share it with your friends, family and strangers. Also... follow us on Twitter (@DTRTpodcast), 'Like' it on Facebook and comment on iTunes. Thanks!
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Robin and Josie's Utter ShamblesEpisode 18: Richard Herring, Isy Suttie and Danielle WardAs the 2012 Edinburgh Festival gets under way, Richard Herring, Isy Suttie and Danielle Ward join Robin and Josie to talk the highs and lows of life at the Fringe, the helpfulness of reviews and memories of festivals past. To download an extended version of this podcast head over to http://www.comedycentral.co.uk/podcasts2012-08-2000 min