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Anchor Your DreamsReclaiming Your Voice | Danielle YoungEMPOWERING THROUGH TRAUMA AND RECLAIMING YOUR VOICE Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Reframing Trauma Toxic Positivity Self-Inquiry and Personal Growth Overcoming the Victim Mindset Balancing Entrepreneurship and Motherhood In this episode of 'Anchor Your Dreams,' the host welcomes Danielle Young of Inspired Action Wellness. Danielle shares her harrowing experience as a survivor of domestic abuse and the journey that led her to become a...2024-12-121h 06

Anchor Your DreamsBuilding Unseen Dreams | Kate Rogers CreationsNAVIGATING SITUATIONAL DEPRESSION AND HONOURING YOUR TRUE SELF THROUGH ART Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Kate’s Journey: Overcoming Depression Art and Entrepreneurship Prioritizing Play During Discouragement Creating and Interpreting Art Overcoming Blocks and Embracing Color In this episode of 'Anchor Your Dreams,' host Meghan McQuillan welcomes artist and entrepreneur Kate Rogers. The discussion kicks off with a humorous take on enduring cold weather wit...2024-11-281h 38

Anchor Your DreamsOvercoming Burnout | Colleen Franklin, RCCNAVIGATING AMBITION AND CONQUERING THE CHALLENGE OF A DYSLEXIA DIAGNOSIS Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Colleen's Journey: Overcoming Dyslexia Balancing Passion and Family Understanding Burnout and Setting Boundaries Self-Care and Burnout Recovery The Importance of Connection In this episode of 'Anchor Your Dreams,' the host, Meghan McQuillan welcomes Colleen Franklin, a registered clinical counselor, to discuss her transformative journey. Colleen shares her struggles with d...2024-11-151h 08

Anchor Your DreamsTrusting Your Body’s Wisdom | Sara VatoreEMBRACING SOMATIC HEALING AND OVERCOMING IMPOSTER SYNDROME Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Sara’s Journey: Guidance Counsellor to Somatic Coach Managing Capacity and Self-Care Witch History and Ancestral Patterns Imposter Syndrome Nervous System Regulation In this episode of the Anchor Your Dreams podcast, Meghan McQuillan interviews Sara from Somasynthesis Studios. Sara shares her journey from being a high school guidance counselor to becoming a peak pe...2024-10-3157 min

Anchor Your DreamsDreams In Action | Community for Women EntrepreneursSULIS: A JOURNEY OF EMPOWERMENT AND COMMUNITY BUILDING In this solo and heartfelt episode of Anchor Your Dreams, Meghan McQuillan shares her inspirational journey from conceptualizing Anchored Dreams Atelier to creating a supportive community for women entrepreneurs. Meghan delves into the struggles and triumphs she faced while establishing her brand, her evolving vision for a collaborative space, and her passion for empowering women, particularly mothers of children with disabilities. She also explores the significance of her Irish heritage, the meaningful connections in her life, and her future plans to expand her community initiatives. Join Meghan a...2024-09-2631 min

Anchor Your DreamsEmpowering Women Podcasters | Jennifer HenczelBUILDING COMMUNITY AND MONETIZING YOUR MESSAGE: WOMEN IN PODCASTING NETWORK Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Overcoming Tragedy Building Community Memberships Podcasting Niche and Audience In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, host Meghan McQuillan invites founder of the Women in Podcasting Network, Jennifer Henczel. She is an experienced podcaster and community builder and shares her inspiring journey from a part-time entrepreneur to...2024-09-1253 min

Anchor Your DreamsFrom Criticism to Growth | Anchor Your DreamsNAVIGATING FEEDBACK: UNLOCKING GROWTH AND CURIOSITY In this solo episode of Anchor Your Dreams, Meghan McQuillan explores the concept of feedback and its impact on personal and professional growth. The discussion covers her evolving perspective on feedback; the challenges faced while organizing a retreat, and strategies to embrace feedback as a neutral tool for improvement. Listeners are encouraged to create something from their heart and seek feedback, highlighting the importance of processing and appreciating feedback to overcome obstacles and stay motivated on their journey towards their dreams. Please Leave a Review || We would love...2024-08-2210 min

Anchor Your DreamsEmbracing Grit & Hardwork | Bhakti RoseUNLOCKING SUCCESS: NAVIGATING BUSINESS, FEEDBACK, AND PERSONAL GROWTH Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Journey to Yoga and Wellness Building Community Balancing Act Grit and Hardwork Spark of an Idea In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, host Meghan McQuillan engages in a heartfelt conversation with guest Katie as she shares her journey as a yoga teacher, wellness mentor, and entrepreneur. The di...2024-08-081h 33

Anchor Your DreamsBirth of Buddah's Closet | Kerri ScottKERRI'S JOURNEY: PLAYFULNESS, PERFECTIONISM, AND PERSONAL GROWTH Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Journey to writing Cleaning and Mediation Self-worth Perfectionism and Resistance Intuition and Ease In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, host Meghan McQuillan engages in a heartfelt conversation with guest Kerri about overcoming obstacles, finding motivation, and nurturing creativity. Kerri shares her inspiring journey from a fluctuating career path bet...2024-07-251h 08

Anchor Your DreamsFrom Cubicles to Coastal Inspiration | Joie DesignsROSIE’S JOURNEY: PASSION PROJECT TO AN EMPOWERING, REWARDING AND CREATIVE BUSINESS Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Passion to Full-Time Community and Support Overcoming Rejection Finding Joy Dreams and Goals In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, host Megan McQuillen interviews Rosie, a Vancouver Island-based small business owner and jeweler behind Joie Designs. Rosie shares her inspiring journey from taking a ring...2024-07-111h 07

Anchor Your DreamsDual Perspectives | Tara and AnnetteCONVERSATIONS ON NAVIGATING AMBITION, OVERCOMING RESISTANCE AND DEFINING SUCCESS AND LIVING YOUR DREAM LIFE Main Topics: Overcoming Resistance to Dreams Is Motivation Bullshit? Defining Success Defining Collaboration The Book or Course We’d Pull an Oprah Moment For In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, join Meghan and guests Annette and Tara as they delve into overcoming resistance, motivation, and the concept of success. They share personal tips, motivational insights, and perspectives on collaboration and self-development. The rich discussion with Tara and Annette underscored the importance of defining success on personal terms, embracing the...2024-06-2654 min

Anchor Your DreamsStage 4 Cancer Survivor | Torva LoganNAVIGATING LIFE'S STORMS: FROM AMBITION TO RESILIENCE AND FIGHTING CANCER Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Cancer Diagnosis Advocacy and Speaking out Embracing Life’s Pivots The Energy of Surrender Trusting Yourself In this episode of Anchor Your Dreams, the host brings a deeply personal conversation with a guest who shares their transformative journey from pursuing dreams to facing a life-altering cancer diagn...2024-06-0651 min

Anchor Your DreamsNourishing the Whole Person | Kaitlyn Franklin, RDBALANCING ATHLETICS, NUTRITION, AND MENTAL HEALTH: A JOURNEY FROM NOVA SCOTIA TO BRITISH COLUMBIA Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Since recording, we can give a big Congratulations to Kaitlyn for graduating from her Master's program and becoming a Counselling Intern while she awaits for her formal RCC designation!! Main Topics: Journey To Becoming A Dietitian Body Image Transitions and Impact Reha...2024-05-3050 min

Anchor Your DreamsBe Well Health and Wellness Studio | Madeleine WinfeldHEALING JOURNEYS: EMPATHY, SUPPORT, AND HOLISTIC WELLNESS Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Health Challenges Connections and Community Women Empowerment Empathy for Self and Others Visualization and Flexibility I met Madeleine in her cozy studio, next to a warmly lit fireplace surrounded by trees and nature. A perfect setting for our chat. This interview combines insights from Madeleine's personal and prof...2024-05-161h 28

Anchor Your DreamsNatural You Laser & Skin Spa | Trish SpeersFROM WANDERLUST AND A LIFE OF TRAVEL TO TRANSITIONING TO PARENTHOOD AND FINDING PURPOSE AND PASSION ABROAD Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Nomadic Beginnings Passion for Rejuvenation Entrepreneurial awakening and rebirth Finding community Skincare education Trish's journey unfolds with a nomadic childhood in Vancouver, traversing 15 houses and initiating global travels at the tender age of 17. This wanderlust laid the foundation for a...2024-02-1054 min

Anchor Your DreamsRefine Home Inc. | Rae-Lynn VargaREFINING AND DEFINING: THE EVOLUTION OF A BUSINESS AND TRANSITIONING FROM ONE CAREER TO ANOTHER POST RETIREMENT FROM TEACHING Join us in celebrating her successes, exploring the challenges faced, and gaining inspiration for your own journey. Remember, the path to success is a collaborative one, and you are not alone. Main Topics: Being scared and fear of change Choosing happy Sacrifices and challenges of parenting Alignment and being heart-centered Rae-Lynn, a Vancouver Island local, recently shared her inspiring journey from a 30-year career in early childhood education to b...2024-02-021h 15

Anchor Your DreamsMeet the Host | Meghan’s JourneyDO YOU THINK YOU ARE ALONE?? YOU'RE NOT. LISTEN NOW TO HEAR A SNIPPET OF THE CHALLENGES; FROM PHYSICAL TO EMOTIONAL. Main Topics: Feeling alone Thoughts of failure Health impacts Significant changes and transitions Join this episode as I walk you through the last few years of struggles and success. From dealing with some health issues to building a business, and community of support to a community of women to guide and hold space for. Finding joy and having fun through the moments of darkness and unlearning the scripts we tell ourselves. Discussion on doing...2024-01-1524 min

Anchor Your DreamsTrailerWelcome to Anchor Your Dreams the Podcast. It was 8 years ago when Meghan first realized that she didn't have a goal to work towards. A strange anxiety inducing feeling. All the boxes checked. Relationship, career, dog, house, kids...she questioned her purpose. Join the mission; heart-centered engagement and connection with women. Meghan shares what it means to Anchor your Dreams and why this has been her guiding mantra. Join in the conversation as Meghan invites inspirational women along the journey. 2023-12-2902 min

Collective Conversations PodcastHOW DO WE BECOME ACCOUNTABLE?HOW DO WE BECOME ACCOUNTABLE? WHY MAKING EXCUSES IS SO EASY, THE CHOICES WE MAKE AND THE PATH TO PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY THROUGH SELF AWARENESS. Main Topics: Kristine discusses her own innate urge to hyper focus on the positive, while brushing aside the negative and how this effects her relationships Tasha shares stories of self awareness in friendship and her own personal growth of becoming accountable Meghan shares her take on personal responsibility and reminds us that it’s not always so easy to be accountable and many factors play into each persons unique experience. The...2022-06-081h 05

The 20 Vision Podcast

The 20 Vision PodcastThe 20 Vision Podcast EP 20: Quitting your Job and Moving to Paris w/ Meghan FordeOn this weeks episode of the podcast, Colin joined by Meghan Forde! Massive risk taking is a theme of this episode as Meghan recently quit her 9-5 job and dropped everything to move to France. The two discuss how the move came to fruition, the biggest differences living in Europe vs the States, and advice for anyone looking to make a big move.2022-04-0732 min

Collective Conversations PodcastDELICATE DIALOGUEFREEDOM TRUCK CONVOY, VACCINES, FUCK V-DAY, FDA,MONEY & GREED FUNDING, CANCER, GMOS… WE GET TALK ABOUT IT ALL…. Main Topics: The Truck Convoy, POC oppression, and thoughts on how we navigate supporting the truck convoy, without being called racist. Justifying getting our kids vaccinated Black History month, not being recognized as it should Hallmark holidays being celebrated over Cultural holidays Big Pharma companies funding research, that becomes FDA approved Cures for cancer being silenced GMOs and Cancer Useful references and links: Meghan talks about the CDC data regarding the increas...2022-02-281h 34

Collective Conversations PodcastNEW YEAR... NEW YOU?NEW YEAR… NEW YOU? HOW DID YOU START THE YEAR? WITH A RESOLUTION, GOAL, INTENTION OR WORD… OR DID IT JUST FEEL LIKE TOO MUCH? Main Topics: Listen as each host gives their thoughts on goal setting and moving into 2022. Find out who is currently studying to become a holistic health and nutrition coach. Washing your vegetables… are you really what you eat? Breaking unhealthy habits Tech issues and laughing about where you are at! IF YOU ENJOYED THIS EPISODE DON'T FORGET TO LEAVE US A REVIEW...2022-01-2359 min

Collective Conversations PodcastUNHOUSED- W/ SAM FRANEYUNHOUSED- w/ SAM FRANEY HEAR SAM’S STORY: LIVING ON THE STREETS, ADDICTION, ROAD TO RECOVERY, AND HIS VISION TO HELP OTHERS. Main Topics A different perspective- hearing Sam’s lived experience Small things you can do today to make a difference in your community Barriers to service and how mental health struggles prevent access to services How humanity, connection and interaction can change everything Working within Government systems Creating hope and empowering people Sam’s Vision- Comox Valley Unhoused Society CHECK OUT: www.unhoused.ca - To donate, g...2021-12-021h 27

Collective Conversations PodcastMLM‘sMLM's Many of us have been either involved in one or more MLM's, or at least have been approached to join.... In this episode, we talk about our experiences, perspectives, what good things came of them and then what we didn't enjoy or would not sacrifice. Main Topics: Stay at home Moms & Finding connection Sacrifices The Hustle Sales Pitches DIY Parties Poaching Clients Inauthentic Connections Intentions Scripts retreats The Marketing of MLM's Support your friends and Mommas: Melissa - Beauty Counter: Clean, simple and safely formulated Beauty Products Serena Sellentin -T...2021-11-251h 16

Collective Conversations PodcastALWAYS DO YOUR BESTALWAYS DO YOUR BEST YOUR BEST WILL FLUCTUATE FROM DAY TO DAY, MOMENT TO MOMENT Main Topics: 4th Agreement: Always do your best. Taking Criticism How all the agreements work together LOVE is spelled T-I-M-E Bad days- how our best fluctuates Quality over Quantity with our kids Useful references and links: The Four Agreements - don Miguel Ruiz - find out more about the author Book Review Template - use this to help retain the knowledge gained through reading each agreement. Continue the conversation and connect with us o...2021-11-1851 min

Collective Conversations PodcastASSUMPTIONS“ASSUMPTIONS ARE MADE AND MOST ASSUMPTIONS ARE WRONG” - ALBERT EINSTEIN Main Topics: 3rd Agreement: Assumptions How we use language to avoid assumptions Personal story where this agreement helped Vulnerable states Curiosity Communication Judgment Useful references and links: The Four Agreements - don Miguel Ruiz - find out more about the author Book Review Template - use this to help retain the knowledge gained through reading each agreement. Continue the conversation and connect with us on social media: Instagram @collective_conversations_ Website www.collectiveconversations.ca Follow us individually...2021-11-091h 17

Collective Conversations PodcastDon‘t Take Anything PersonallyThis episode we talk about the 2nd Agreement from the Book: The Four Agreements. The 2nd agreement is: Don't take anything personally. Easier said than done right? The Main topics include: Our need for Acceptance Fears and rejections Hypo/Hyper arrousal THC and Edibles Taking away Labels Being Neutral Our brains have been wired to take our past traumas and work it into every scenario in our lives, which makes it very hard to not take things personally so in this episode we break down how we can work towards not...2021-10-211h 01

Collective Conversations PodcastIMPECCABLETHE FIRST OF “THE FOUR AGREEMENTS” BE IMPECCABLE WITH YOUR WORD Main Topics: Defining Impeccable, what does that really mean? Gossip Parenting and language we use with our kids Personal stories and beliefs Sharing Negativity Creating Freedom Key takeaways and how we will put this agreement to action In the first of a series, you will hear Meghan, Tasha and Kristine discuss the first agreement in Don Miguel Ruiz’s simple, yet life changing book, “The Four Agreements.” As the author states, if you follow this one agreement alone, “you will be able to tra...2021-10-141h 07

Collective Conversations PodcastREGRETS (Part 2)TO LIVE AND LEARN OR SUPPRESS AND DENY OUR PAST Main Topics: Sending kids to school with a cold Forgetting all the things Regret Boundaries and Friendships Unmet needs Living independently Wearing various hats Being there for a loved one Funerals and grief As we roll into this episode, Meghan begins talking about how she has been finding it hard to get back into the groove of all things school. Tasha shares that she had a scheduled day off and was supposed to have a day alone. As most parents will relate, there always seems...2021-10-0747 min

Collective Conversations PodcastREGRETS (Part 1)TO LIVE AND LEARN OR SUPPRESS AND DENY OUR PAST Main Topics: Sending kids to school with a cold Forgetting all the things Regret Boundaries and Friendships Unmet needs Living independently Wearing various hats Being there for a loved one Funerals and grief As we roll into this episode, Meghan begins talking about how she has been finding it hard to get back into the groove of all things school. Tasha shares that she had a scheduled day off and was supposed to have a day alone. As most parents will relate, there always seems...2021-09-301h 02

Collective Conversations PodcastPsychic Medium Reading & Back from SummerWe are back from our Summer Hiatus, and dive right into a live Psychic Reading! Main Topics Psychic Medium Reading Reflection and Discussion Dreams and Spirits Microdosing mushrooms Summer In this episode, the 3 of us had just got off a Zoom Session with Psychic Medium Ara Parisien. There were 20 people on the zoom, and she had a short time, but was able to pick up on spirits of Meghans family, and some things about Kristines husband and his work and worries… We get into all the details of the reading and disect...2021-09-231h 05

Collective Conversations PodcastNever, Have I EverNEVER HAVE I EVER…. Main Topics: Sex in Public, orgasms, and Kissing Cocaine, Drugs, and microdosing Birthing Stories Broken Bones Momma to Be Parking spot Travelling experiences Extreme Dares Cultural differences Social Media This episode, we all got to know each other a lot better.. Much better, you could say… We played the game Never, have I ever….Meghan and Kristine found questions to ask via Google Lists, and Tasha gets a little out there with the questions she made up HaHa! There were a lot of laughs, and no question was pre...2021-06-241h 39

Collective Conversations PodcastSUMMER AND SWEAR WORDSKICKING KIDS OUTSIDE, ROUTINES AND SCHEDULES, SPRINKLED WITH SWEAR WORDS = SUMMER SURVIVAL Main Topics Include: Anxiety and Baths When kids refuse help Summer Survival Plans Moms going on Strike WHO FORGOT TO FLUSH??? Swearing is it necessary? This was a fun episode with many topics covered. Meghan and Tasha check-in with each other while Kristine figures out some tech issues. Meghan has had some back pain and had to book an emergency appointment. As a result of the back pain, Meghan records the podcast from her bathtub. Tasha explains that she wishes she could have...2021-06-171h 21

Collective Conversations PodcastUnfinished BeautyTurns out we weren’t quite done talking beauty, so this week we turn it up a notch and dig in more. Main Topics Include: Butt Waxing, Vaginal Restoration, and Boob Jobs Answers to Online Polls About Beauty Laser Eye Surgery- would you get it? How to Help Kids Express Themselves. Tik Tok Beauty Hacks- They for real? Prochoice… what does that mean? Teeth Whitening and Spray Tans. Since last week’s episode, Meghan, Tasha and Kristine had all sorts of new ideas, resurfaced stories and questions needing answers. We each share the results...2021-06-031h 50

Collective Conversations PodcastBeautyMain Topics Include: Hair Removal Beauty Rituals Beauty Mishaps Bullying causing traumatic experiences Self Expression Being a woman is a lot of work, but its also empowering and fun to be able to express ourselves wildly and or subtly. We all have our reasons why we put on the make up, dye our hair, enhance a certain feature of our bodies, and put on those fancy shoes… And we dig into where our own ideas of beauty come from… We also get into our responsibilities as parents to teach our children to see...2021-05-2750 min

Collective Conversations PodcastReflection: PolyamoryREFLECTIONS: POLYAMORY Main Topics Include: Doing things solo or with people Social Media Poll Is cheating a category of its own? Polyamory vs. non-Monogamy Soulmates MonoOrgy - OOPS Keeping in theme, we have an open candid conversation to begin with. Meghan has a new favorite drink, Kristine discusses doing things on her own more than with others. Tasha dreams of wine festivals in the Okanagan. Meghan explains why she was so quiet during the interview with Mel. Exhaustion is real and can show up at the most inopportune times. Tasha shares...2021-05-201h 02

Collective Conversations PodcastRadical Relationships with Mel CassidyRADICAL RELATIONSHIPS with MEL CASSIDY Main Topics include: Polyamory Vs. Open Relationship Monogamy Hangover & Detox How Radical Relationships work when you have Kids Trauma Informed Relationships Consensual and Honest Non Monogomy Why Polyamory and Swinging ARE Not the same This week our guest is Mel Cassidy. She is certified in counseling for Intimate Relationships and a trained Holistic Peer Counselor. She is currently training to become a Somatic Movement Teacher and is also studying Trauma informed approaches to healing. She is a blogger, podcaster, coach, and self described Polyamorous Relationship Anarchist. She is breaking out of soc...2021-05-1359 min

Collective Conversations PodcastMoney & WorthMONEY MONEY MONEY Main Topics include: Wages Money Causing Social Dillemnas Our Financial Situations Earning enough to deserve a seat at the table Separate accounts or joint? Do we tie our worth with money? The White lies we tell Snoopy Cleaners Time, Love, and what we value most Money is such a Taboo subject, but we're not afraid to talk about it! In this episode, you will hear about how each of us values money differently and the deep struggles we have with detaching from the idea that our worth is tied to money. 2021-04-291h 30

Collective Conversations PodcastErin Skye Kelly: Get the Hell Out of DebtGET THE HELL OUT OF DEBT Main Topics Include: Why Erin Wrote her Book Relationship to Money When to Teach Kids about Money Most Important Money Tools Why Budgeting is like Crotch Banging Consolidation and the Myth We have a few minutes and lighten the nerves (Meghan’s that is) by discussing our hair and freshness. Erin notices a piece of art on Tasha’s wall and asks her to read it out. A beautiful message. “Today is the day!” We get straight to the meat and potatoes as Erin shares her WHY. We learn...2021-04-221h 02

Collective Conversations PodcastBody Image, Diet Culture and DishwashersSOCIETAL PRESSURES, FITTING INTO THE BOX (OR DRESS), SELLING WEIGHT LOSS AND YES… DISHWASHERS Main Topics include: How a Simple Appliance Can Shape our Day Food, Diet Culture and Marketing Weight Loss Our Eating Habits, and Why They are Hard to Break. To Weigh Yourself or Not to Weigh Yourself… That is the Question? Labels, do we need them? How Fitting Rooms Can Lead to Tears Comparing our Current Bodies with our Past Bodies. From dishwashers, throw away culture and free stuff… all the way to body image and weight loss and wellness marketi...2021-04-151h 43

Collective Conversations PodcastSlumpGOING THROUGH SLUMPS, IN THE FLOW OF LIFE. Main topics Include: Caffeine, and the sustainability of “fake” energy When does our Creative Brains turn on? What does "Me" time look like to you? Flow, and being out of sync with the Universe Shifting, and surrendering Adventures Alone, and being with our own thoughts. We’re all feeling tired and in different places in our flow of life. Kristine in particular right now is feeling in a slump, and we talk about the lack of motivation, and questioning our abilities in our roles as a mom, a wife...2021-04-081h 16

Collective Conversations PodcastA Lil Bit of EverythingTEXT VS. PHONECALLS, BOOKS THAT MOVE US, WHITE PRIVILEGE, BEING ASIAN IN THE TIME OF COVID... Main Topics include: Texting vs. Calling… How dare you call How Books Choose Us Black Lives Matters Movement Hate Crimes Towards Asian Women Mother/Daughter Relationships Healing after Losing a Mother Join this conversation originally recorded shortly before officially launching our podcast. Find out why Meghan may not be so thrilled to get your call, how hate crimes towards the asian community has affected Tasha, and how the Black Lives Matters Movement has helped Kristine acknowledge her own white pr...2021-04-0155 min

Collective Conversations PodcastCordelia McFadyen: Inspired Living Nutrition"I'M ALL ABOUT CHOICE!" Main Topics Include: Meet Cordelia "Gutsy Goddess" Trauma and Epigenetic Relationship Where to Start Hormone Health Holistic Nutrition Fundamentals "You are healthy to the level in which you serve yourself, so serve yourself first darling." This is a saying of Cordelia's. She is board certified in Holistic Nutrition, a Vice-Chair for the Holistic Nutrition Credentialing Board, AWARD WINNING Holistic Nutritionist and the Dean for the Pacific Rim College, School for Holistic Nutrition. Cordelia takes us back to her childhood, as she walks us through where it all...2021-03-251h 07

Collective Conversations PodcastWorking Moms“TO WORK, OR NOT TO WORK? THAT IS THE QUESTION” Main Topics include: Staying at Home/Work at Home Burn-out Mom Guilt Parenting through a Pandemic Greener Grass and Time goes to Fast We all quickly agree that we are TIRED! In the moment tired and Moming tired. Meghan asks us all if we had a plan to continue working after having children or not. It was a great discussion that took Kristine to talking about working with two children and juggling the after school care for her oldest and then different care for her youn...2021-03-181h 20

Collective Conversations PodcastWomen's Week Episode Part 2: Laura Jayne Furness“I FOUND MY PASSION, AND IT GREW WITH ME…” Main Topics include: Laura’s background and education The constant need to evolve with the ever changing economy PMDD Tapping into purpose Starting a business in the middle of a Pandemic Creating Connections In this episode, Laura takes us on a journey of being an artist, needing to support her family through some really hard times. She takes us through the different directions she had to take, ultimately having to make some sacrifices; leaving behind family and friends; to follow her heart. She shares her emotion...2021-03-1147 min

Collective Conversations PodcastObserving Black History Month“WE’VE ALWAYS HAD A DEEP APPRECIATION OF HISTORY…” Main Topics include: Canadian Black History American Black History White Privilege Jim Crow Laws Slavery In this episode we ask, “What is Black History month?” Meghan speaks to the research of Canadian Black History and discovering that it goes back 400 years. Officially Canada sees Black History Month celebrated in 1988. Meghan points out some other notable dates, as well as Dr. Augustine, the first Black Canadian woman elected to be in parliament. The conversation turns to American Black History, and the more well known topics of slavery, t...2021-03-041h 16

Collective Conversations PodcastLessons Learned And How We HealCAN WE UNDO LEARNING, HEAL WOUNDS AND LEARN TO LOVE OUR BODIES? Main Topics include: Adrenaline Seeking and T.V Watching Healthy Relationships with Food Self-Confidence/ Weighing Ourselves Parenting and Co-Parenting Mother/ Daughter Relationships How Words Can Wound In this Episode we discuss a lot. Meghan explores the need for more mental health resources in the wake of 3 back to back suicides in our community. Tasha touches on adrenaline seeking and death and the effects on those left behind. Kristine threads together similarities between adrenaline junkies and TV junkies and touches on why giving our...2021-02-232h 10

Collective Conversations PodcastIt's all about LoveDOES LOVE CONQUER ALL? Main Topics include: The 5 love languages Valentine's Day, do you celebrate it? Sex, marriage, and communication Finding love in our darkest moments Parenting and Love In this episode we learn about each other’s Love Languages, and discover that Love can be tricky if we don’t share or understand each other's love languages. Kristine gains insight on why her love language is physical touch. Tasha talks about being able to heal her relationship with her mother, when she started to understand her love language. Meghan brings up that she had just r...2021-02-161h 37

Collective Conversations PodcastReflectionsARE PEOPLE REALLY LISTENING?? Main Topics include: “Emotional Hangover” Stress & the body Survival Mode Nutrition & Supplements Sharing our Truth Join the conversation as we take some time to reflect on our Mental Health Awareness episode (a two part episode). Meghan talks about her exhaustion - which she coins as an “Emotional Hangover” Tasha explains how she thought she may have gotten covid and Kristine confirms she was not hungover from drinking yet agrees that the feeling can be similar. Kristine also reads an excerpt from Dr. Gabor Mate’s book When the Body Says No. We al...2021-02-091h 12

Collective Conversations PodcastMental Health - Part 2Part 2 of our Mental Health episode, we dig deeper into the convo, talking about stigma in the workplace, suicide, depression, taking medication and managing mental health needs in the healthcare system. Tasha, Kristine and Meghan also share tips, tricks and tools they use to stay healthy. Main Topics include: Mental Health in the Workplace Sick Days vs. Mental Health Day Depression/ Anxiety Suicide Grieving and mental health Taking Medication and Pill Shaming Our Personal Strategies for Maintaining Good Mental Health Part 2 of our Mental Health episode Kristine shares her own experience of dealing with loss/grief in the workplace and the shame...2021-02-041h 20

Collective Conversations PodcastMental Health- Part 1On Part 1 of 2, we jump into experiences with postpartum depression, new motherhood and how challenges with breastfeeding can impact mental health. We also dig into the dark side of Whistler, suicide and resources we can turn to. Main Topics include: Postpartum depression and stigma Breastfeeding challenges and when it’s time to switch to formula The dark side of the Whistler lifestyle Suicide Drug and alcohol use Mental health training and resources This episode starts with a few anecdotes about songs we no longer feel comfortable listening to, and how learning the history and reading the lyrics may cha...2021-02-021h 01

Collective Conversations PodcastGetting to Know MeghanIn this episode we get to hear the unfiltered version of Meghan McQuillan Topics of discussion include: Growing up in a small town Find out what it means to “Canadianify” something. Kids with unique names Fears of addiction Current fave book/ podcasts Connecting and sharing through Social Media We find out more about Meghan in this episode –from where she grew up to why she named her kids the way she did as well as what her current family life looks like. We discuss some of Meghan‘s fears around addiction and what that looks like for her and...2021-01-2246 min

Collective Conversations PodcastOur WhysTHE STORY OF WHY WE EACH SAID “YES!” TO THIS COLLABORATION Main Topics include: Alignment, the universe, legacies and more Being real, raw and vulnerable – unfiltered Solo podcast turned group collaboration Women supporting women Follow along this episode for an in-depth look at why we created this podcast. Meghan talks about being able to allow others to take the lead, especially when there is trust. She also shares that the idea of a podcast has been months in the making. Kristine talks about leaving a legacy for her children and living with passion and purpose. We als...2021-01-2224 min

Collective Conversations PodcastIntro EpisodeGet a sneak peak at upcoming episodes of our new podcast in this introductory episode. Get a chance to hear Tasha, Meghan and Kristine as they drop some truth bombs... and that is just in this sneak peak. In a world where podcasts are a dime a dozen this podcast promises to deliver REAL Conversations. So if small talk just isn't cutting it for you anymore, dive in and check this out. Follow on Instagram @ Collective_Conversations @KristineMacMillan_ @Meghan.McQuillan Tasha Harrison @theheartfulfoodie 2021-01-2103 min

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Your pet business content your wayBest business podcasts for the pet industryFancy tuning in to some tips for your pet business over the holidays?There are pet business podcasts popping up all over the world where you can learn ways to boost your brand.I've rounded up a selection of shows that you can tune in to to improve your skills as a petpreneur.Here are the key timings in this episode: 0.20 - Intro and why I'm doing an episode on podcasts.1.54 - Dominic Hodgson - The Poodle to Pitbull Pet Business Podcast4.19 - Anna Webb - A D...2020-12-2422 min