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Built Not Born#114: Essentialism, Fear, and Persistence - Cara Ooi, MD Interviews Joe Ciccarone on The DECODE Project PodcastIn this episode, Cara Ooi, MD, host of the the DECODE Project Podcast interviews Joe Ciccarone. Dr Cara & I discuss the key learnings from 100+ episodes of Built Not Born, my work in sales, knowing when to quit, essentialism and the importance of learning to dance with fear.Connect with Cara Ooi, MD & The DECODE Podcast:Podcast: BNB Episode #10 - The Art of Sleep with Dr Cara OoiPodcast: BNB Episode #67 - DECODE Insomnia Podcast: The DECODE Project "Life is Built, Not Born."Joe Ciccarone#Episode1142023-09-1948 min
High on Life70. How to Get Your Sleep on Track with Dr. Cara OoiWhat I often hear from my clients struggling with sleep issues and insomnia, is that they've tried absolutely everything to no avail. Traditional sleep hygiene advice like cutting screen time is difficult to implement in reality, and leads them to believe they’re “just a bad sleeper”.
This feeling of hopelessness acts as a real barrier to trying anything else or taking consistent action. But if we want to maintain a healthy weight and our overall well-being, quality sleep has to be prioritized.
I am delighted to be joined by sleep physician, youth psychiatrist, and the ho...2023-06-0549 minBuilt Not Born#92 - Cara Ooi, MD - The Art of Sleep (Archive)Cara Ooi, MD is a sleep physician and psychiatrist working in Toronto, Canada. Dr Ooi works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).Dr Ooi shares amazing tips, strategies and concepts that will help you, your kids or significant other get a better night sleep.We discuss how sleep disorders affect anxiety, depression and other physiological disorders.No matter who you are, from CEO to Sunday school teacher, from an MMA fighter to a parent trying to help their teen find a better rhythm for a goo...2023-04-0550 min
The Carbon ConnectionDECODE Project - Teens, Eco-Anxiety and The Carbon AlmanacSUMMARYIn this episode, Dr. Cara Ooi speaks with artist and educator Manon Doran about her work with teens. They also discuss Manon's work as a contributor to The Carbon Almanac, how some teens and adults experience eco-anxiety, and how it can lead to paralysis and inaction. They propose steps and small daily shifts that can lead teens and all of us to concrete climate actions.To learn more about eco-anxiety, go to the Footnotes section of The Carbon Almanac website and enter "eco-anxiety."In the results, you'll find links to a five-part serie...2022-12-2052 min
RESILIENT PEOPLEPsychiatrist and sleep expert Dr. Cara OoiIn this episode of the RESILIENT PEOPLE podcast, I interview Toronto psychiatrist and sleep expert, Dr. Cara Ooi. To learn more about her, please visit www.decodeinsomnia.com and on Instagram.RESILIENT PEOPLE features conversations with regular people admired for their resilience. They have lived through a major life challenge, found a purpose from it and now help others to be resilient too. Created and hosted by Janet Fanaki. To learn more about RESILIENT PEOPLE visit www.resilientpeople.caFollow Janet Fanaki, creator and host of RESILIENT PEOPLE on Ins...2022-11-1839 minBuilt Not Born#67 - Cara Ooi, MD - DECODE InsomniaCara Ooi, MD is a sleep physician and psychiatrist practicing in Toronto, Canada. Dr Ooi works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).Cara is the the host of "Find the Eight" podcast, a 13-episode series, where she breaks down key sleep concepts and strategies in 10 minutes or less. Cara's latest project is DECODE Insomnia where she provides education, resources, and services for teens with insomnia and sleep timing issues as well as their parents.Connect with Cara Ooi, MD:Website: DECODE Insomnia Web...2022-10-1033 min
Your Teen with Sue and StephHow Your Teen Can Outsmart InsomniaIt's back-to-school season, when late nights and late mornings no longer work. How can we help resistant teens get back on track with their schedules? Dr. Cara Ooi of Decode Insomnia is here to help. In this episode, we discuss…
What makes sleep so hard for teens?
Is the 8-10 recommended hours of sleep realistic?
Body clock, negative associations with bed, and CBT-I to help sleep
What do we do when we know our kids aren’t sleeping enough?
What makes teens more receptive to changing their habits?
…and much more!
You can listen to Dr. Ooi’s ...2022-08-3026 min
Wellness MDTeenage sleep with Dr. Cara OoiSleep is one of the most essential functions of the human body, and yet it is often overlooked or given short shrift. Sleep Is critical for our physical and mental health; It helps protect our immune system, repair cell damage, and support brain function. Sleep also plays a vital role in emotional regulation and has been linked to improved mood, decreased anxiety, and reduced stress levels.In this podcast, Dr. Daniela Steyn talks to Dr. Cara Ooi. Dr. Ooi is a sleep physician and psychiatrist working in Toronto, Canada. She obtained her medical degree from Western University...2022-07-0838 min
Parenting Teens with Dr. CamHow to Get Teen Sleep on Track with Dr. Cara OoiEpisode Summary
In this episode, I’m joined by sleep physician and youth psychiatrist Dr. Cara Ooi. Dr. Ooi is going to clue us in to why the teen years are a perfect storm for insomnia, the most common mistakes parents make when trying to get their teen’s sleep back on track and the three things we can do instead.
Key Takeaways
The teen years create the perfect storm for insomnia. There is a natural delay in their body clock, which makes it difficult for them to fall asleep; they aren’t coping...2022-05-0922 min
The Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production7. Dr. Anne Aspler and Finding Your Electric BlueIn this episode, I interview Dr. Anne Aspler, an emergency physician, professor at the University of Toronto as well as the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Director at North York General Hospital and with the Toronto Addis Ababa Academic Collaboration. She is the mom of two young girls and an author currently writing a memoir about processing family shame. In this episode, Anne opens up about how our performance of Fight Song at Canada's Got Talent was life changing for her and how the Voices Rock community has helped her through family challenges during the pandemic. The Rock Docs Pod...2022-04-0730 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production6. Psychiatrist Round Table and the Therapeutic Benefits of Choir (Drs. Elyse Dubo, Chetana Kulkarni, Rachel Mitchell, Diane Philipp, and Moni Ravi)This episode is a round table with all of the child and adolescent psychiatrists in Voices Rock Medicine: Drs. Elyse Dubo, Chetana Kulkarni, Rachel Mitchell, Diane Philipp, and Moni Ravi. In this chat, you'll hear powerful insights about the parallels between choir and therapy as well as how our choir became a lifeline for so many, particularly in the disorienting and scary early days of the pandemic. The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’ve found a powerful and unexpected defen...2022-04-0635 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production5. Dr. Jenn Brokenshire and Addressing Isolation During the PandemicDr. Jenn Brokenshire is a hospitalist, the medical director for two summer camps, and a member of the online Voice Rock MED-CONNECT choir. In this conversation, we talk about how the same magic runs through all the Voice Rock choirs, how choir has been a critical source of support for her during the isolation of the pandemic, and how Voice Rock MED-CONNECT has been able to foster a powerful community despite having never met. The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’...2022-03-2528 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production4. Dr. Susan Thouin, the Origin Story, and Medicine for the SoulDr. Susan Thouin is an emergency and palliative care physician. In this episode, Susan shares the origin story of Voices Rock Medicine and Voices Rock MED-CONNECT as Susan was the one who started it all. Susan had the vision to start this choir and approached founder Cheryl Bower with the idea after seeing how much her daughter and husband loved being a part of the Voices Rock Kids and Voices Rock Ensemble choirs. Over the past two years, Susan has been an incredible leader and has poured so much into creating a really special, tight-nit and welcoming community, one tha...2022-03-2527 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production3. Dr. Mariella Ferreyra and Disconnecting from the Demands of WorkDr. Mariella Ferreyra is a family physician working in Toronto, Canada. In this episode, we talk about how choir has helped her find a community for the first time since being in Canada for the past 14 years, how it's given her a way to really take a pause from the demands of her work, and how choir has spurred her to find and prioritize other activities that she loves.The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’ve found a powerful and...2022-03-2529 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production2. Dr. Sheryl Seidman and Finding CommunityDr. Sheryl Seidman is an emergency physician working in downtown Toronto. Sheryl talks about how she was initially not so sure that choir was the right fit for her, how grateful she is for the Voices Rock community, and how choir has brought music back into her life. The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’ve found a powerful and unexpected defence against burnout through singing, our community, and our big-hearted and hilarious artistic director Anthony Bastianon. Learn more at https...2022-03-2522 minThe Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue Production1. Dr. Christine Song and Finding Your Version of Self-CareDr. Christine Song is an allergist and clinical immunologist and the residency training program director for Allergy and Immunology at the University of Toronto. In this conversation, we talk about how choir has helped us be better role models for our kids and how singing has been an essential piece of self-care that we didn’t realize was missing. The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’ve found a powerful and unexpected defence against burnout through singing, our community, and our big...2022-03-2530 min
The Rock Docs Podcast: An Electric Blue ProductionWelcome to the Rock Docs PodcastThe Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we’ve found a powerful and unexpected defence against burnout through singing, our community, and our big-hearted and hilarious artistic director Anthony Bastianon. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/voices_rock_canada or by visiting www.voicesrockcanada.com.2022-03-0808 min
PodtalkPerspectives with Cara OoiHow do audio content and podcasting serve as tools for professional communication, engagement, and self-discovery?
A concise podcast series evolves into an unexpected resource for professional and personal growth.
"The podcast series is geared towards teens because that's who I'm talking to most of the time. But I have to say, there's been a lot more interest from the adults." ~ Cara Ooi (3:08)
The conversation discusses the evolution of a concise podcast series intended as a resource for teens and their parents, focusing on sleep-related challenges. It explores the unexpected audience engagement among adults...2022-01-2121 min
The YOGI M.D. PodcastPhysical Health - Better Sleep for Teens! - with Dr. Cara OoiDr. Cara Ooi is a sleep physician and psychiatrist. She works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioural therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). She is also the host of the new podcast, Find the Eight, a Sleep Podcast for Teens which breaks down key sleep concepts and strategies into episodes of 10 minutes or less. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Western Ontario then completed her residency and subspecialty training in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. Dr. Ooi subsequently completed a fellowship in Sleep Medicine, during which she recei...2021-07-2147 min
The YOGI M.D. PodcastThe YOGI MD Podcast - Physical Health Trailer 2021Do you want to have a full and more vibrant life? Then, don’t neglect a single part of your health. Taking care of yourself responsibly means balancing your social, emotional, mental, physical, intellectual, and spiritual health. It’s a multidimensional, more comprehensive, and more rewarding approach. I hope you have enjoyed and learned ways to improve your social, emotional, and mental health so far. Now it’s time to nurture our physical health! All of my guests compel you to care for your body so that you don’t just survive, but thrive - Former 2x Olympian Bayano Kamani, S...2021-06-3003 minBuilt Not Born#10 - Cara Ooi, MD - The Art of SleepCara Ooi, MD is a sleep physician and psychiatrist working in Toronto, Canada. Dr Ooi works with teens with insomnia, delivering a modified version of cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I).Dr Ooi obtained her medical degree from the Western University. She then went on to complete her residency and subspecialty training in General Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Toronto. Dr. Ooi then completed a fellowship in Sleep Medicine, during which she received training in cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (or CBT-I) from clinical psychologist Dr. Colleen Carney, a world renowned expert in the fie...2021-06-2252 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesDo You Need A Sleep Reset?Are you curious to see what your life could look like if you were sleeping better but things aren't getting better with your current approach? In the final episode of season 1, learn about what a Sleep Reset looks like and if it's a good option for you right now.2021-06-0708 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesThe Rested Version Of Your Life And The Big Three: Why Bother With Sleep?Not sure if making changes to your sleep is worth it? Define your sleep goals and the reasons why better sleep matters to you.2021-06-0308 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesWhat To Do When You Can't Sleep: Your Three-Step PlanDo you want to sleep better but you struggle to know what to do in-the-moment? A 3-step plan to help you do what's most effective and to avoid common sleep traps.2021-05-3106 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesGetting Into The Zone: What You Can Learn From Michael PhelpsDo you have a hard time winding down for good sleep? 8 steps to set up a solid bedtime routine that will help you trigger a sleepy, calm state.2021-05-2708 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep Series7 Sleep Blockers That May Be Keeping You Out of the ZoneWhat's keeping you from getting into the calm, sleepy zone you need to be in for good sleep? Learn about the 7 sleep blockers and how you can address them.2021-05-2409 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesHow To Use The 2-Minute Rule To Get More DoneStruggling to get moving on the the stuff you want to do? Learn 3 ways to use the 2-minute rule to get more done.2021-05-2006 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesWhat To Do When Your Mind Is Keeping You AwakeDo your thoughts keep you awake at night? Learn a simple strategy to address a busy mind.2021-05-1708 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesHow You Can Hack Light To Sleep BetterHow is modern life setting you up for sleep problems? Learn how light impacts sleep and 6 tips to get light working for you instead of against you.2021-05-1309 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesIs Your Body Clock Out-Of-Sync?Is your body operating in the wrong time zone? Learn about the body clock and what you can do to adjust your clock to a time that works better for you.2021-05-1009 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesIs Your Bed Keeping You Awake?Learn about a common, sneaky reason you can't sleep and what you can do about it2021-05-0608 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesHow to Make Waking Up Less PainfulDo you have a hard time getting out of bed or struggle with morning grogginess? Here are 6 tips to make the mornings easier.2021-05-0306 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesHow to Curb Bedtime ProcrastinationDo you struggle to get to sleep on time? Here are 7 tips to curb bedtime procrastination.2021-04-2908 min
Find The Eight: The Sleep SeriesThe Number One Sleep Trap You Need to AvoidHaving a hard time falling asleep? You may be falling into a common sleep trap. Learn how to avoid it in the first episode of Find the Eight.2021-04-2609 min
HealthyU ChatsLet's chat about sleep with Dr. Cara OoiIn this episode of HealthyU chats, Lulu and Setti talk with Dr. Cara Ooi about all things sleep! Dr. Cara Ooi is a sleep physician and psychiatrist, and she provides treatment for insomnia for for adolescents. Dr. Ooi provides us with valuable information on the causes of poor sleep, how to improve our sleep, and simple steps that students can take to implement changes in their sleep routine.
To download Dr. Cara Ooi's DECODE Toolkit on strategies to improve your sleep, visit: https://www.decodeinsomnia.com/ 2021-02-1329 min
What She Did NextCara Peek | Born advocate - opening up opportunities for Indigenous people in remote AustraliaCara Peek is a lawyer turned not-for-profit leader and entrepreneur who grew up in the suburbs of Melbourne but now lives in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia.A proud Yawuru and Bunuba woman, she is the founder of two Indigenous-led organisations based in Broome.One is a consultancy called the Cultural Intelligence Project, which she started with her sister Adele, working with people and organisations across the country to build their cultural awareness and support meaningful engagement with Indigenous Australians.The other is a not-for-profit organisation called Saltwater Country, which provides culturally relevant events, training and work opportunities...2020-08-0451 min