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Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 15. Reality Check After a Trip to the EREpisode 15 - December 2, 2021 - My son Owen gave us a scare last week that prompted a ride in the ambulance to a day in the ER. The experience gave me a reality check and I break down all the reasons why something’s gotta give in order for this little family to survive. Host & Production - Stacey Haley Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/ Contact Me: info@willowjak.com

2021-12-0234 min

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 14. Victoria N. - “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (Part 2)Episode 14 - November 25th 2021 - Victoria is back for part two! As you heard last week Victoria is also known as 'The Good Witch of the 6ix'; she is a psychic medium operating a small business on Instagram, helping clients connect with loved ones and offering guidance and support with the help of spirit. This week Victoria takes us through the ins and outs of her gift, how she discovered it and answers one of Stacey’s biggest lifelong questions about her boys.------------------------------------------ SHOW NOTES: https://willowjak.com/cyoa-ep14-goodwitch2/ Host & Production - Stacey Ha...

2021-11-251h 11

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 13. Victoria N. - “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (Part 1)Episode 13 - November 18, 2021 - Victoria isn't just any friend of mine. She's someone 'in the know' who comes with some sound advice about how to rewrite the script for the life you want, after overcoming low self-esteem and going through hard things. Victoria is also known as 'The Good Witch of the 6ix'; she is a psychic medium operating a small business on Instagram, helping clients connect with loved ones and offering guidance and support with the help of spirit. Victoria brings her authentic self to this chat, sharing stories that help explain how she came to be the strong...

2021-11-181h 11

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 12. 3 Lessons I Learned After the Autism DiagnosisEpisode 12 - November 11, 2021 - what are all the things I wish I knew when I first heard that both of my twins had autism? I narrow it down to the big 3; one is a DO, one is a DON’T, and one is a reminder that as a parent, you know your child best. Host & Production - Stacey Haley Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/ Contact Me: info@willowjak.com

2021-11-111h 00

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 11. Non-Verbal Autistic SupermanEpisode 11 - November 4, 2021 - Cousin Michelle is back and we had a lot to chat about; good friends who step in when needed; how my son's obsessions can lead to dangerous situations; confrontations and inclusion in the community; what paid care providers need to know; and a reminder to be kind. Interview & Production - Stacey Haley Special Guest - Michelle Devine Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ Willowj...

2021-11-041h 10

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 10. Deb Patrick - Comin' In HotEpisode 10 - October 28, 2021 - Full of fiery passion and not afraid to speak her mind, this American now settled in Canuck-land is gracious with sharing her stories that illustrate her most profound moments of growth. Having just turned 64, Deb has learned a lot on her journey to the new life she is now creating for herself: the culture shock of a move from the US to Canada, dealing with fertility issues, divorce after a 35 year marriage, a painful disconnect with loved ones, and finally, finding unconditional love again. Like her writing on our Willowjak blog, we've seen and heard...

2021-10-281h 29

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 9. Erin Fagan - Mental Health: From Surviving to ThrivingEpisode 9 - October 21, 2021 - A physical injury and bearing witness to her father's experience with depression and a suicide attempt, both set the scene for Erin's own mental health decline starting before the age of 10. We chat about the four-decade-roller-coaster-cycle of trying to access support in an inadequate system, mis-diagnoses, suicide attempts, over-medicating and subsequent addiction. All while juggling the raising of three sons with the support of an extraordinary support network. She shares her experience of coming through the other side, after forging her path to wellness with her own recipe of self-care; and finding her way to...

2021-10-211h 02

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 8. Caregiving & Will Calling (some of) the ShotsEpisode 8 - October 14, 2021 - This week Stacey and Liza stray away from the traditional interview to talk about disability, caregiving, burnout and agency. Stacey talks about her experience as a full time caregiver for her boys and how she finds balance between being a parent and letting her boys make their own decisions. Host & Production - Stacey Haley Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com Contact Me: info@willowjak.com

2021-10-1358 min

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 7. Amanda Coolman - for the Love of a Loving MotherEpisode 7 - October 7, 2021 - Book nerds unite! It’s been 35 years since we last saw each other, so we had a lot to catch up on. Amanda gets to the heart of the challenges of caring full-time for her beloved mother, after suffering two strokes; and we find that there are some unique parallels in our lives as caregivers. Some tears and some laughs, especially when a love for Donny Wahlberg is discussed. Interview & Production - Stacey Haley Special Guest - Amanda Coolman Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClellan...

2021-10-071h 23

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 6. Amy McClelland - How Family Values & Self-Advocacy Can Build CommunityEpisode 6 - September 30, 2021 - I quietly admired this family from the sidelines, as they raised three girls with an intentional and healthy mix of strong family values and positive guidance for self-advocacy; for them each to become resilient, compassionate and strong young women who are making their marks in the world. Liza joins me in this episode to talk to her big sis, Amy about the four big revelations that led her to this point. Interview & Production - Stacey Haley Special Guest - Amy McClelland Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wil...

2021-09-3051 min

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 5. Nicholas McCabe - Accepting FailureEpisode 5 - September 23, 2021 - He finds his inspiration in his father and great stoics and it’s easy to find inspiration in him. We talk failure and stoicism and I try not to play “heli-mom” when he talks about the potential dangers in his career in the Canadian military. Interview & Production - Stacey Haley Special Guest - Nicholas McCabe (www.Instagram.com/nicmccabe_) Sound Effects - William Haley Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com Contact Me: info@willowjak.com

2021-09-231h 31

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 4. Dr. Jen, ND - Gifts Can Sometimes Come in Ugly PackagesEpisode 4 - September 16, 2021. Sometimes when you’re stuck, all it takes is writing your dream into a notebook for it to come to life. We chat with one of my sister’s best friends and my naturopath, who’s learned some lessons that came from ugly packages. Lots of laughs and incredible takeaways from one of the biggest hearts in East T.O. Interview & Production - Stacey Haley & Michelle D. * Special Guest - Dr. Jen Parsons, ND * Sound Effects - William Haley * Editor - Liza McClelland FB: Dr. Jen Parsons, ND Insta: @jenparsonsnd Website: http://drjenparsonsnd.com Email: hello@drjenparsonsnd.com Willo...

2021-09-161h 14

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 3. Cousin Michelle - Big Moves, Big Loss, Big DecisionsEpisode 3 - September 9, 2021. My cousin Michelle joins me from Calgary for a cross-country chat. We might share a maternal bloodline and a mutual love of the Canadian Rockies, 'Blue Rodeo' and trash tv, but there is lot more to learn. Michelle shares that life up until now has been defined by four specific experiences that have strengthened her character, her appreciation for life and her belief that you can always choose love. Interview - Stacey Haley Special Guest - 'Cousin Michelle D.' Sound Effects - William Haley Production - Liza McCl...

2021-09-091h 02

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak 2. Stacey’s StoryEpisode 2 - September 2 2021. Stacey’s son Jake interviews her about her three most significant moments that have changed the course of her life.

2021-09-0250 min

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak Intro - August 25, 2021Are you a joy seeker or a hope dealer? Are you currently stuck and feeling isolated in your muck, or are you in a stage of life where your life experiences are improving the lives of others? I am all of those things and I’m Stacey Haley - single Mama to my three Willowjak boys. My adult twins are both severely affected by autism and caregiving on my own is not easy. That’s why I have Liza McClelland as my right-hand sidekick. She is our millennial adopted aunt in the family who helps us out at home and will...

2021-08-2509 min