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You're Already WholeWonder, Gratitude + Trust: the Essentials for Navigating Change with Ease - with Chris-Anne DonnellyHave you ever wondered…What is my purpose?Who did I come here to be?How can I experience more aliveness in each moment?Every moment and experience is an invitation to deepen our resilience, to expand our capacity for love, and to express our true essence. You are so appreciated, celebrated, loved and supported. It is safe to be you.Today is the final episode of Season 4 and the fabulous Chris-Anne Donnelly joins me. Together we explore how creativity, curiosity, and intuition can help us move through change with greater ease and trust in ou...
2025-09-241h 01
You're Already WholeCreativity, Self-expression + Playfulness: Following the YES's in your bodyWhat ways are you allowing yourself to create and tap into creativity?What feels alive within you and is rising to the surface to be expressed?When your body communicates with you, are you truly listening?The guidance within you is always present. It’s safe to come home to heart and to your body. You can trust yourself. You are worth the journey of returning to your truth and remembering your joy, your wholeness and your power, peace + potential.Everything in your life is an invitation. Follow the aliveness.A bi...
2025-09-171h 15
You're Already WholeChange: The Catalyst for GREATER Awareness, Accountability + ActionWhat do you want?For this world, for your health, for your impact, for your legacy, for your life — What do you truly, deeply most wholeheartedly want?It’s such a simple question…. yet it’s not one we often make space for, or ask our Self…It’s ok to not know. It’s ok if your answer is different than the path your own or the role your in right now. Getting honest with yourself and your vision for your life is the greatest g...
2025-09-101h 09
You're Already Whole"Run for HER": Passion Projects, Transformation, Self-Belief + Heart-Centred Living“She believed she could, so she did.”Have you ever had an idea that turned into a bigger initiative, project, offering or event?Have you ever surprised yourself with your strength and power by completing a race or personal fitness goal that you hadn’t achieved before?Have you ever changed the trajectory of your life because deep down there was a whisper for something greater, different and more in alignment with the truth of your soul?If you answered yes to any of these questions then you are really gonna love this conversation!Some...
2025-09-0357 min
You're Already WholeEmpowerment, Wonder, Surrender + Living Life on Your Own TermsWhat if you approach uncertain moments and hazy next steps with the mindset: “I wonder who I’m going to be at the end of this experience?” - Jess FlynnJust because you don’t know all the steps or have never carved your own path, doesn’t mean you can’t do it. Living the biggest, most beautiful life is for EVERYONE, not reserved for a select few.A bit more about today’s guest:Jessica Flynn is an Award-Winning Educator, Best-Selling Author, TV Host, and Entrepreneur. With an unyielding commitment to empowerment...
2025-08-271h 11
You're Already WholeYOU are the Medicine you Seek: Transformation, Regenerative Detoxification and creating a Healthy Mindset - with Terry BrancatiDo you believe you can do anything you put your mind to?Do you believe in the power of food as medicine to support your health + vitality?What is your relationship with your intuition / your body?You are a healing machine. Your body literally recreates itself on a cellular level through healthy thoughts, nourishing food, sleep hydration.YOU are powerful beyond measure.A bit more about today’s guest:Terry Brancati is a visionary leader paving the way for women to reclaim their authentic gifts & an...
2025-08-201h 09
You're Already WholeLearning to Embrace the Mess: Monarchs, Transformation + Ease with Amanda Wilson-Ciocci"When you're on the brink of wanting to burn your business or life to the ground - keep going - you're about to experience a big transformation." - Amanda Wilson-CiocciDo you allow change to transform you and soften your edges? Or, do you let it harden you and find that you close yourself off from life + possibilities?When you think about transformation, is there a symbol, a feeling, or an image that comes to mind?What tools do you turn to when life gets tricky?Life is full of dark + messy AND bright + spacious moments. Learning...
2025-08-1345 min
You're Already WholeChoosing to Dance with Life: tips to honour YOUR soul path AND to alchemize pain into personal power + love - with Brooke YantziMovement, breath, mindset and love are key ingredients for your happiness and wellbeing.What practices or tools do you turn to for stability and grounding when life feels intense, overwhelming or like it’s constantly shifting?How do you process uncomfortable emotions?How do you honour the rhythm and seasonality of your life?Life isn’t happening TO you. It’s happening FOR you and unfolding through you.A bit more about today’s guest:Brooke is the founder of Dance Alchemy, is an intuitive business...
2025-08-061h 15
You're Already WholeChoosing faith over fear, prioritizing joy + rest, and releasing the “HOW”“One of the most rebellious things you can do in your life, is feel joy” - Natasha BeddingfieldWhat do you most desire for your life right now?How often do you allow yourself to indulge in joy, fun and rest before work?Do you embrace uncertainty or do you resist it?Living the life of your dreams takes courage, self-awareness, presence and unwavering self-belief… sometimes we literally have to “fake it” until we become the version of ourselves we know we are here to be.A bit...
2025-07-301h 06
You're Already WholeChange: The magic ingredient for creating + receiving abundance in your lifeHave you ever heard change described as the vehicle for abundance?Have you ever noticed that you actively create change in your life everyday?How would your life expand if you viewed change as an empowering experience vs a victimized one?Change and transformation truly are empowering experiences… it most often comes down to our mindset AND our mind-body connection.It’s an honour to have you with us for this mindset-shifting episode with myself and guest, Jen Scholte allll about change + transformation :) It is filled with gems of wisdom, refreshing insights AND tips that you c...
2025-07-231h 08
You're Already WholeKeep what you love - let go of the rest: Tips to transform your home and your life“There is so much joy in keeping what we love. There is so much freedom in letting the rest go.” - Emily RandHow do you feel about your home or in your most personal spaces?When you think of home organization, what do you experience (sensation / emotion) in your body?Have you ever considered how the organization of your home is directly linked to your happiness, health and wellbeing?Structure and organization (not perfection) leads to freedom, and when you feel safe, grounded and at ease in your life you feel most conf...
2025-07-161h 02
You're Already WholeTransformation, truth bombs + embracing the mess: Tips for living your most authentic lifeWelcome to Season 4 of the podcast! Who were you before the world told you who you should be?What did you love as a child?What did you daydream about?How did you express yourself?None of it is random. In fact, it’s likely still a big part of your passion, purpose and desire. It’s an honour to have you with us for this amazing episode with me and Shirlee Williams - alllll about transformation :) It is filled with gems of wisdom, refreshing insights AND tips that y...
2025-07-091h 08
Inspired Questions: Conversations on Self-Worth, Burnout & Showing Up AuthenticallyFinding Grace Through Grief and Growth: Edie Gudaitis' Journey Part 2Join host Ruth Hirshberg in part two of her insightful conversation with Edie Gudaitis on the "Inspired Questions" podcast. This episode dives deep into the complexities of emotions, boundaries, and the journey of letting go of perfectionism. Listen as Ruth and Edie candidly share their personal struggles and triumphs, exploring themes of vulnerability, self-awareness, and the courage to be authentic.
Throughout the episode, Ruth and Edie reflect on the challenges of overcoming insecurities and the transformative power of sharing one's truth. They discuss the importance of setting boundaries, processing emotions, and finding balance in life's chaos. Whether...
2025-06-1056 minInspired Questions: Conversations on Self-Worth, Burnout & Showing Up AuthenticallyFinding Grace Through Grief and Growth: Edie Gudaitis' JourneyIn this episode of Inspired Questions, host Ruth Hirshberg welcomes Edie Gudaitis — a yoga teacher, breathwork coach, and best-selling author — to explore her transformative journey from the corporate world to wellness. Edie shares her personal story of overcoming grief, navigating life's challenges, and finding her passion for teaching yoga and hosting retreats. Discover how Edie uses movement, meditation, and breath work to help others heal and grow. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about embracing change, empowering women, and finding equilibrium in life.
You can find Edie on her website https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/ or Instagram ediegudaitis.wellness. You...
2025-05-131h 08
You're Already WholeGems of wisdom from Season 3 + A personal storyIn today’s episode I emphasize the MANY gems of wisdom from ALL the conversations had in Season 3.You'll gain more insights about Health + Wellbeing, and you'll likely feel motivated to make a few simple tweaks to optimize your own health, too.It's quick, valuable and includes a personal share to tie it all together :)You're gonna love it!This episode was brought to you by:The RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change (of all forms) with co...
2025-03-2628 min
You're Already WholeThe power of Integrative Medicine to support health and wellbeing with guest Brittany BirdWhat you seek is seeking you - RumiYour body is a complex, beautiful eco system that is ALWAYS communicating with you - are you listening? What if you see your body as a friend, an ally, a wise teacher - someone to work with towards your greatest wellbeing instead of seeing your body as the “problem” and trying to conquer it?What if you trust your own process and the timing of your evolution / expansion?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the fabulous Brittany Bird. We’re exploring the topic of health - specifica...
2025-03-191h 10
You're Already WholeHonouring your hormone changes as you age - Part 2: nutrition tips with guest Shannon GaleWhat is your relationship with food? Do you love to prepare meals, cook and bake? Or do you see it as a chore or more of a necessity?Do you ever notice how food makes you feel? Energized + grounded or tired, jumpy or bloated?Did you know that healthy fats help to balance hormones and support our cardiovascular health as we age?Did you know that as our hormones shift, our protein, fibre and fat intake changes too?In today’s episode I’m chatting again with the amazing Shannon Gale. We’r...
2025-03-121h 11
You're Already WholeHonouring your hormone changes as you age - Part 1: strength training tips with guest Shannon GaleDid you know that as we age and our hormones change, our workouts and nutrition needs change too?Did you know that strength training is foundational to living a healthy life as you age?Did you know that walking helps to stabilize blood sugar, reduce cortisol, promote a positive mindset and boost your energy and mood?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the amazing Shannon Gale. We’re exploring the topic of strength training for women - specifically diving deeper into a discussion about the hormone changes we experience in perimenopause, menopa...
2025-03-051h 00
You're Already WholeThe power of Mindset, Making BOLD moves + Living a life you LOVE with guest Liz ComuzziHave you ever...felt like life is passing you by and you’re just sitting on the sidelines watching?based a decision about something in YOUR life, on the opinions of many people vs. simply honouring the whisper your heart?stopped short on a dream because you’re afraid of what other people will think about it or you?considered the relationship between your mindset and your overall health + wellbeing?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the wonderful Liz Comuzzi about the power of mindset, taking time to truly get to know yourself + tips to...
2025-02-261h 27
You're Already WholeThe connection between Self-worth, Self-confidence, Beauty and Health with Susan + Nicole BWhen you hear the words beauty + fashion, what pops into your mind? How do you feel? Excited? Overwhelmed? Curious? Put off?Do ever notice how what you wear - or - what you put on your skin makes you feel?When you think about your clothes - do you see them as a form of self-expression? Do you feel that investing in skincare is frivolous? How do you describe health… and beauty?In today’s episode I’m chatting with Susan + Nicole Bishop - the amazing mother-daughter duo and co-owners of Bishop...
2025-02-191h 22
You're Already WholeDance, Self Love + Honouring your authenticity - secrets to health and happiness with guest Rachel MolendaWhen was a time you felt totally alive + free? (It can be in your imagination too)What were you doing? Who were you with? Where were you? What were you wearing?BE in that moment right now - how do you feel, now?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the fabulous Rachel Molenda. We’re exploring the topics of dance, movement and music as foundations to our health + wellbeing. It’s a truly inspiring and uplifting conversation! You’re gonna loveeee it.Some key points to takeaway:the...
2025-02-1257 min
You're Already WholeTuning into Intuition, Energy + Curiosity to support long-term Health with Jenn WalkerDo you believe in intuition or energy? Do you believe in a “greater” presence around you?What’s your relationship with your body? Do you love yourself? Do you trust yourself? Do you appreciate + respect your body?How do you speak to yourself? How do you speak about yourself?In today’s episode I’m chatting with my friend and mentor, Jenn Walker. We’re exploring the topics of intuition, mindset and health. It’s a super fascinating conversation! You’re gonna love it.A bit more about Jenn:Jenn Wa...
2025-02-051h 06
The Calming Ground Podcast62 - Grief is Love: A Conversation with Edie Gudaitis on Navigating the JourneyHave you ever felt that a significant life change or an experience of grief and loss taught you about love or connection?In this episode, Elizabeth Mintun explores grief with returning guest Edie Gudaitis, the CEO & founder of Edie Gudaitis Wellness. Edie shares her story and perspective on how the loss of her mother, along with other significant losses and life changes, led her to a deeper understanding of love, courage, and her connection to self and others. Edie is certified in yoga and breathwork, she is a best selling author, a meditation facilitator, and a wellness...
2024-11-2753 min
You're Already WholeGrief advocacy + tools to navigate the holidays with easeHow do you feel about the winter holiday season?Does it excite you?Does it bring a wave of dread or stress?Grief and other complex emotions can feel heightened around key dates - like the winter holiday season…So how do you navigate it all? What tools do you turn to for support and grounding? What practices do you enjoy to access your peace?In this episode we discuss the very real and natural experience of grief from the death of loved ones - and - some helpful tools to na...
2024-11-2752 min
You're Already WholeChange, Neuroplasticity + Grief with guest Jaime ArmstrongWhat is your response to change?Do you love it? Do you resist it?What if you shift your perspective and realize you are an expert at change?What if you trust that your brain is functioning perfectly and you are exactly where you’re meant to be?What if you could “stress proof” your brain and change your whole life experience with change?In this episode Jaime Armstrong is my guest and we explore change, Neuroplasticity + grief. It’s an awe...
2024-11-201h 01
You're Already WholeChange, Trauma + Emotional RegulationHow comfortable are you feeling your emotions?What if you remember you have always done the best you could based on what you knew at the time?What if you had tools to support you in understanding + processing suppressed emotions so you feel better - more vibrant, free and at ease - now?Today the amazing Jenn Kerr is back and we're discussing how change + traumatic events can lead to major emotional dysregulation and suppression. It’s a really powerful conversation! You’re gonna love it.These are the key t...
2024-11-131h 08
You're Already WholeChange, grief + mindful living with guest Mikaela MillingtonHave you ever experienced immense joy and gratitude while also sensing deep sorrow or yearning for something no longer in your life?When you think of change what comes to mind?Is it memories of excitement? Is it memories of pain and loss?Change is constant and it reminds us of the temporary nature of life.When we resist change and grasp to the past or a future desire, we limit the endless source of love that’s always present and supporting us.In...
2024-11-061h 12
You're Already WholeReflections on grief, change + the presence of Love with guest Ashley LougheedHow do you relate to time?When was a moment in your life where you felt that time stopped, the world froze, and everything was still?How has life taught you about love?In this episode Ashley Lougheed joins me as we explore the topics of change, grief and love. It’s an amazing conversation! You’re gonna love it.These are the key takeaways from our conversation:time is our most precious resource - use it mindfullygrief is a livi...
2024-10-301h 01
You're Already WholeManifestation, Nervous System Health + Human Design with guest Heather BeresfordHave you heard of human design?Have you heard of manifestation? If so, what comes to mind? Did you know that feeling relaxed + living your design - is a big part of receiving the manifestations you desire quicker and more regularly?Creating a daily routine to simply BE is a big part of transformation and living the life of your dreams.Today my beautiful friend Heather Beresford is here to join us, and we’re chatting manifestation, change and nervous system regulation… with a touch of human design :)These are the k...
2024-10-2352 min
You're Already WholeGrief, death + tools to ease-fully navigate it, with guest Jenn KerrHave you ever witnessed someone close to you navigate the death of a loved one? Perhaps you yourself know loss on an intimate level. Grief can be such a heavy and awkward topic. Yet we all experience it. And, death and change are a part of life.Today we are bringing more light and conversation to death + grief - so it’s less uncomfortable and scary - and a bit more approachable…And the wonderful Jennifer Kerr is here to chat all things grief, loss, change and bereavement.Jennifer is a...
2024-10-161h 13
You're Already WholeGrief + Stress from loss and everyday life, with guest Jodie HeffrenHave you ever experienced a big change?Perhaps you moved, navigated an injury recovery, changed careers or had a loved one pass away…Or perhaps you’re now a mom or an empty nester and processing grief related to how your life used to be…Whatever the change, then this episode is for you :)Today we are taking a deeper dive into change and grief with the lovely Jodie Heffren - a nurse, bestselling author, breathwork + cold therapy guide and the owner + founder of Rooted Woodland.And, Jodie and I...
2024-10-091h 01
You're Already WholeGrief, bravery + vulnerability with Sarah KinlinGrief is like an itchy sweater that you can’t take off.Sometimes it’s the only thing we can think about. Sometimes we get distracted by life and it becomes a dull sensation in the background or disappears all together. Until we get triggered and reminded of a memory..What is your relationship with grief? What have you learned from leaning into discomfort and being brave?In this episode we explore grief, bravery, forgiveness and gratitude. You’re gonna love it :)And if you’re navigating a big change right now or se...
2024-10-0254 minThe Calming Ground Podcast50 - Wisdom in our Breath and Body: A Conversation with Edie GudaitisWhat if bodies hold an innate wisdom just waiting for us to tap into it? And, what if this wisdom can be particularly potent when we slow down enough to deeply access it? In this episode, Elizabeth Mintun takes a deep dive with Edie Gudaitis, the CEO & founder of Edie Gudaitis Wellness, into her work and personal experiences with learning to slow down and deeply listen to her body. Edie is certified in yoga and breathwork, she is a best selling author, a meditation facilitator, and a wellness coach. Edie supports clients through retreats, workshops, public speaking, w...
2024-09-1153 minYou're Already WholeStress DETOX Podcast - S1 - Ep 12: Stress, Digestion + Nutrition Hacks with Leah Van DolderThere's a saying: "we are what we eat"...And it's true - what, when and how we eat contributes to our overall health, wellbeing and longevity.What we eat impacts how we feel. How we feel about ourselves + food in general, impacts what, when and how we eat - it's all intricately linked.When we feel stressed out we're more likely skip meals, or go for the quick fix, or self-soothe with "comfort" foods.Butttttt when we eat comfort foods all the time lots of carbs, sugar and fat - and...
2024-08-261h 04You're Already WholeEpisode 11: Stress + Weight loss, body image and self worth - Interview with Leah Van DolderLadies - this one is for you!How do you define beauty? How do you define success? How to you feel about your appearance?Are those actually *your* definitions? Or are they societal norms that you strive to uphold... yet don't fully align with now?This episode is part 1 of 2 with Leah. In this episode we dive deep into beauty norms, societal definitions of success, being HEALTHY vs. skinny and more!Listen along to learn how stress might be infiltrating your life and derailing your health and fitness goals...
2024-08-191h 09You're Already WholeEpisode 10: The power of Breathwork for Stress ManagementHow often do you check in, and notice your breathing? The pace, depth, frequency, temperature.Our breath is an amazing tool and teacher within us. Our breath can help indicate when we are locked in a sympathetic stress response AND in a relaxed state. And our breath is the fastest tool to help shift from stress + tension to presence and ease.For this reason (and many more) breathing is essential to managing + reducing stress.When locked in a fight / flight response, the breath is short, fast and shallow (predominantly felt in the chest...
2024-08-121h 13You're Already WholeEpisode 9: Stress + Addictions - Interview with Jeanne FootUnmanaged stress and anxiety can lead to various addictive tendencies / behaviours to self-soothe in the moment. In many cases, addictions serve as a distraction from the pain, uncertainty or discomfort of a situation. In North American culture, we are quick to judge addictions - most often linking them with substance abuse - like drugs and alcohol - when truthfully, people are addicted to work, fitness, social media, sugar, caffeine and more - yet it is't judged as harshly or seen as a "concern".In this episode, I interview Jeanne Foot about her work with helping clients heal...
2024-07-2941 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 8: Tangible Tools to Self-Regulate through an Acute Stress ResponseOften when we feel stressed out, anxious or super triggered we have disconnected with the intelligence of our body in some way.In certain instances we might need someone to guide us back into our body via guided breath practices, body scans or other modalities that they literally talk us through.In most everyday experiences, we can turn our focus within and guide ourselves back to our centre.In this episode I share super powerful tools to help you feel grounded, connected, powerful and present when triggered in the moment.The...
2024-07-2222 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 7: The Vagus Nerve + StressOhhhhh the Vagus Nerve.A very important part of managing and reducing stress in the body.Put simply, the Vagus Nerve is the communicator between the brain and the body that signals the Sympathetic or Parasympathetic Nervous System to kick in during a stress response.The Vagus Nerve is not fully developed at childhood, thus experiences that we had between age 0 - 7 can greatly impact our perspective with fear and the strength of our communication signal between the brain and the body to communicate safety + relaxation or threat and protection.There...
2024-07-1517 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 6: Stress + Sleep Hygiene - Tips for RESTWhen we feel stressed it can throw everything out of whack - digestion, hormones, sleep, cognition, intimacy, performance, creativity and more.Sleep is foundational to our health + wellbeing.When we struggle with falling asleep, staying a sleep or waking up feeling rested, it's important to reflect on our morning + evening routine AND our thoughts.If we shoot out of bed in the morning and run full speed ahead into the day and just crash at night, we may not get the deeper sleep that supports us in feeling rested, responsive (vs reactive) a...
2024-07-0814 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 5: The Power of Words + Language and Stress - pt 2Are you a people pleaser?Do you ever associate with imposter syndrome?I know I have in the past. Both are connected to fear, lack and scarcity. With people pleasing there is often a fear that we will lose connection or be disliked if we don't meet the other persons needs - or - our assumption of them.With imposter syndrome, we often allow narratives anchored in shame (not being worthy of what we desire) and fear (not feeling ready, or not being, knowing or doing enough) to drive the bus.
2024-07-0118 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 4: The Power of Words + Language and Stress - pt 1How do you define success?How do you define productivity?The meaning we give to words - or that we accept as the truth - can reduce OR increase feelings of stress in our life.Remembering that we create and give life meaning is a game changer.YOU can redefine words to improve your own wellbeing + support your own beliefs whenever you choose.Shifting my definitions of success and productivity helped me move out of burnout and into greater wellbeing.Listen along to learn more :)Disclaimer...
2024-06-2416 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 3: Foundations for Stress ManagementTo feel calm, grounded, stable and at ease in our life - especially in moments of change or uncertainty - we have to check in with our body AND our mind.This episode is about the basics / foundations of Nervous System Regulation :)Learn simple practices to help you communicate safety to your body in the moment - so you feel grounded and present amidst discomfort vs. anxious or triggered.The foundational tools are explained in simple language and references are applicable to everyday life - so you can start noticing patterns in your...
2024-06-1715 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 2: Mindset + StressStress is something that we "do". We create it from our thoughts about a situation. When we believe all of the fearful or negative thoughts that float through our mind, we trigger a subtle (or major) fight, flight or freeze response - which can make us feel anxious and/or overwhelmed.We can choose to view the world through a lens of fear - or - through a lens of learning + growth.This episode is all about mindset and how emotions can trigger more feelings of stress.This episode is key for self-regulation :)
2024-06-0919 minYou're Already WholeEpisode 1: What is Stress?We hear the word "stress" all the time - yet do we actually know what it is, why it might affect us so intensely or what we can do about it?In this episode I explain how the stress cycle works, the 3 types of stress AND how it impacts our mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.This episode lays the foundation for the episodes that follow :)All concepts are explained in simple language and references are applicable to everyday life - so you can start noticing patterns in your own life and making changes...
2024-06-0323 min
Being Who You AreBeing Who You Are - In Conversation with Yoga, Mediation + Mindfulness Coach Edie GudaitisIn this episode, I am joined in conversation by Edie Gudaitis, a certified Yoga + Meditation Instructor and Mindfulness Coach. We explore Edie's journey through grief into healing, and learn how following the wisdom of her heart and her body led her away from the corporate grind into a more resonant expression of her true self. Through her wellness offerings, Edie helps individuals and organizations reduce stress and prevent burnout by helping them cultivate greater self-awareness, resilience and compassion in their lives. Having worked in the Corporate world and hit burnout firsthand, Edie’s main focus is Employee Well...
2021-06-2356 min