We only have one life, so Choosing Wellness is important.  Why we need to think before we drink, with Dr. Tasha Biernert. A heartfelt and inspiring Being Real story with a 97-year-old recovered alcoholic. 

How we can say yes more and have fun doing it with Stephanie Staples.

In our Mindfulness Moment, we learn from Claire Maisonneuve about building hope.

Join host Linda Freeman and join the journey of Choosing Wellness.

We only have one life, so Choosing Wellness is important.  Why we need to think before we drink, with <a href="https://harrisonhealthcare.ca/team/dr-tasha-bienert/">Dr. Tasha Biernert. </a>A heartfelt and inspiring Being Real story with a 97-year-old recovered alcoholic. 
How we can say yes more and have fun doing it with <a href="https://stephaniestaples.ca/">Stephanie Staples</a>.
In our Mindfulness Moment, we learn from <a href="https://anxietyandstressrelief.com/claire-maisonneuve/">Claire Maisonneuve </a>about building hope.
Join host Linda Freeman and join the journey of Choosing Wellness.

The "Choosing Wellness" podcast series is perfect for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest health trends and learn practical tips for improving their physical and mental health. Whether you're a health enthusiast, fitness buff, or just looking to make some positive changes in your life, this podcast series has something for everyone. So, tune in and start your journey towards optimal health and wellness today so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving. 

The "Choosing Wellness" podcast series is perfect for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest health trends and learn practical tips for improving their physical and mental health. Whether you're a health enthusiast, fitness buff, or just looking to make some positive changes in your life, this podcast series has something for everyone. So, tune in and start your journey towards optimal health and wellness today so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.

Choosing Wellness

Think before you drink

CW S2 Ep 6 – Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.  

What are you waiting for? A topic finally being well-researched is how nutrition affects mental, physical, and emotional well-being. To help us dig into this a little deeper physician, Dr. Kelly Barnett talks about food and kids.  



We hear it, we know it but what are we doing about social media being bad for overall well-being? According to Yale Medicine, a research study of American teens ages 12-15 who use social media over three hours a day faced twice the risk of having negative mental health outcomes.  Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer of Bark Technologies chimes in on the topic.



Just listening to music activates more brain regions simultaneously than any other human activity. Can music heal?  Research supports the idea, and tests are proving the positive impact music can have on us.

The BMW of mental well-being is the Bitch, Moan, and Whine concept from Life Unlimited Stephanie Staples our nurse turned motivational speaker.  How letting things out can make a world of difference.

Life hasn’t been easy for Tyron Harkis Foster. The founder and managing director of Between Friends in Vancouver speaks to intergenerational trauma.

Wrapping up each episode with a little mindfulness, yoga therapist Lisa Dumas takes us deeper into the power of our senses.



About your Host

Linda Freeman is a media professional who has been submersed in lifestyle programming for several decades.  She has interviewed thousands of health and wellness professionals over the years gathering insight and perspective on how to live better.   Life experiences have shown her to appreciate the world around her. As a certified yoga instructor, she loves to help others find stronger mental and physical well-being.











Guests in Order of Conversation

Dr. Kelly Barnett, Physician – Balance Medical

https://www.balancemedical.ca/about/dr-kelly-barnett/



Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer – Bark Technologies 

https://www.instagram.com/barktechnologies/



Stephanie Staples, Motivational Coach

https://stephaniestaples.ca



Tyron Harkis Foster, Founder and Managing Director – Between Friends

https://www.instagram.com/tyronharkissfoster/?hl=en



Lisa Dumas, Yoga Therapist

https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/

CW S2 Ep 6 – Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.  
What are you waiting for? A topic finally being well-researched is how nutrition affects mental, physical, and emotional well-being. To help us dig into this a little deeper physician, Dr. Kelly Barnett talks about food and kids.  
 
We hear it, we know it but what are we doing about social media being bad for overall well-being? According to Yale Medicine, a research study of American teens ages 12-15 who use social media over three hours a day faced twice the risk of having negative mental health outcomes.  Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer of Bark Technologies chimes in on the topic.
 
Just listening to music activates more brain regions simultaneously than any other human activity. Can music heal?  Research supports the idea, and tests are proving the positive impact music can have on us.
The BMW of mental well-being is the Bitch, Moan, and Whine concept from Life Unlimited Stephanie Staples our nurse turned motivational speaker.  How letting things out can make a world of difference.
Life hasn’t been easy for Tyron Harkis Foster. The founder and managing director of Between Friends in Vancouver speaks to intergenerational trauma.
Wrapping up each episode with a little mindfulness, yoga therapist Lisa Dumas takes us deeper into the power of our senses.
 
About your Host
Linda Freeman is a media professional who has been submersed in lifestyle programming for several decades.  She has interviewed thousands of health and wellness professionals over the years gathering insight and perspective on how to live better.   Life experiences have shown her to appreciate the world around her. As a certified yoga instructor, she loves to help others find stronger mental and physical well-being.
 
 
 
 
 
Guests in Order of Conversation
Dr. Kelly Barnett, Physician – Balance Medical
https://www.balancemedical.ca/about/dr-kelly-barnett/
 
Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer – Bark Technologies 
https://www.instagram.com/barktechnologies/
 
Stephanie Staples, Motivational Coach
https://stephaniestaples.ca
 
Tyron Harkis Foster, Founder and Managing Director – Between Friends
https://www.instagram.com/tyronharkissfoster/?hl=en
 
Lisa Dumas, Yoga Therapist
https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/

Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.

CW S2 Ep 6 – Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.  

What are you waiting for? A topic finally being well-researched is how nutrition affects mental, physical, and emotional well-being. To help us dig into this a little deeper physician, Dr. Kelly Barnett talks about food and kids.  



We hear it, we know it but what are we doing about social media being bad for overall well-being? According to Yale Medicine, a research study of American teens ages 12-15 who use social media over three hours a day faced twice the risk of having negative mental health outcomes.  Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer of Bark Technologies chimes in on the topic.



Just listening to music activates more brain regions simultaneously than any other human activity. Can music heal?  Research supports the idea, and tests are proving the positive impact music can have on us.

The BMW of mental well-being is the Bitch, Moan, and Whine concept from Life Unlimited Stephanie Staples our nurse turned motivational speaker.  How letting things out can make a world of difference.

Life hasn’t been easy for Tyron Harkis Foster. The founder and managing director of Between Friends in Vancouver speaks to intergenerational trauma.

Wrapping up each episode with a little mindfulness, yoga therapist Lisa Dumas takes us deeper into the power of our senses.



About your Host

Linda Freeman is a media professional who has been submersed in lifestyle programming for several decades.  She has interviewed thousands of health and wellness professionals over the years gathering insight and perspective on how to live better.   Life experiences have shown her to appreciate the world around her. As a certified yoga instructor, she loves to help others find stronger mental and physical well-being.



Guests in Order of Conversation

Dr. Kelly Barnett, Physician – Balance Medical

https://www.balancemedical.ca/about/dr-kelly-barnett/



Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer – Bark Technologies 

https://www.instagram.com/barktechnologies/



Stephanie Staples, Motivational Coach

https://stephaniestaples.ca



Tyron Harkis Foster, Founder and Managing Director – Between Friends

https://www.instagram.com/tyronharkissfoster/?hl=en



Lisa Dumas, Yoga Therapist

https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/

CW S2 Ep 6 – Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.  
What are you waiting for? A topic finally being well-researched is how nutrition affects mental, physical, and emotional well-being. To help us dig into this a little deeper physician, Dr. Kelly Barnett talks about food and kids.  
 
We hear it, we know it but what are we doing about social media being bad for overall well-being? According to Yale Medicine, a research study of American teens ages 12-15 who use social media over three hours a day faced twice the risk of having negative mental health outcomes.  Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer of Bark Technologies chimes in on the topic.
 
Just listening to music activates more brain regions simultaneously than any other human activity. Can music heal?  Research supports the idea, and tests are proving the positive impact music can have on us.
The BMW of mental well-being is the Bitch, Moan, and Whine concept from Life Unlimited Stephanie Staples our nurse turned motivational speaker.  How letting things out can make a world of difference.
Life hasn’t been easy for Tyron Harkis Foster. The founder and managing director of Between Friends in Vancouver speaks to intergenerational trauma.
Wrapping up each episode with a little mindfulness, yoga therapist Lisa Dumas takes us deeper into the power of our senses.
 
About your Host
Linda Freeman is a media professional who has been submersed in lifestyle programming for several decades.  She has interviewed thousands of health and wellness professionals over the years gathering insight and perspective on how to live better.   Life experiences have shown her to appreciate the world around her. As a certified yoga instructor, she loves to help others find stronger mental and physical well-being.
 
Guests in Order of Conversation
Dr. Kelly Barnett, Physician – Balance Medical
<a href="https://www.balancemedical.ca/about/dr-kelly-barnett/">https://www.balancemedical.ca/about/dr-kelly-barnett/</a>
 
Titania Jordan Chief Parenting Officer – Bark Technologies 
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/barktechnologies/">https://www.instagram.com/barktechnologies/</a>
 
Stephanie Staples, Motivational Coach
<a href="https://stephaniestaples.ca">https://stephaniestaples.ca</a>
 
Tyron Harkis Foster, Founder and Managing Director – Between Friends
https://www.instagram.com/tyronharkissfoster/?hl=en
 
Lisa Dumas, Yoga Therapist
<a href="https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/">https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/</a>

Trailer: Life Pressures – Kids, food, and social media.

Choosing Wellness Episode 5 – Going DeepPelvic Health and Adaptogens

Choosing Wellness dives deep into the essence of wellness and how it intertwines with nature, mindfulness, and self-healing. Powered by Pattison Media, in this episode – a buff muff, functional mushrooms, arthritis is not just an older person's disease and how to lower anxiety.

Tired of leaks, you can’t cough, sneeze, or jump on a trampoline?  Learn how to strengthen your pelvic floor and improve your overall health with The Vagina Coach.



What are adaptogens and why are functional mushrooms growing in popularity?  We give you the need-to-know info to decide if adaptogens are right for you.

Inflammation is an underlying presence that cultivates many health issues.  By 2040 arthritis cases in Canada are expected to rise to I in 4 people.  From young to old this chronic disease is a silent burden.  We talk to Carleen Pauliuk, Vice President for Arthritis Society Canada

Dealing with anxiety, and stress?  Hear from Yoga Therapist Lisa Dumas on breathing and movement to quiet the mind.



"Choosing Wellness" is more than just a podcast; it's a call to live more present, mindful, and well with the world around us. Join Linda Freeman and her guests as they offer practical advice and inspiring stories to help you thrive in every aspect of your life. 

Choosing Wellness Episode 5 – Going Deep Pelvic Health and Adaptogens
Choosing Wellness dives deep into the essence of wellness and how it intertwines with nature, mindfulness, and self-healing. Powered by Pattison Media, in this episode – a buff muff, functional mushrooms, arthritis is not just an older person's disease and how to lower anxiety.
Tired of leaks, you can’t cough, sneeze, or jump on a trampoline?  Learn how to strengthen your pelvic floor and improve your overall health with <a href="https://www.vaginacoach.com/">The Vagina Coach</a>.
 
What are adaptogens and why are functional mushrooms growing in popularity?  We give you the need-to-know info to decide if adaptogens are right for you.
Inflammation is an underlying presence that cultivates many health issues.  By 2040 arthritis cases in Canada are expected to rise to I in 4 people.  From young to old this chronic disease is a silent burden.  We talk to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/arthritissociety/">Carleen Pauliuk</a>, Vice President for Arthritis Society Canada
Dealing with anxiety, and stress?  Hear from Yoga Therapist <a href="https://www.lisadumasyoga.com/">Lisa Dumas</a> on breathing and movement to quiet the mind.
 
"Choosing Wellness" is more than just a podcast; it's a call to live more present, mindful, and well with the world around us. Join Linda Freeman and her guests as they offer practical advice and inspiring stories to help you thrive in every aspect of your life.

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