Life Out Loud Podcast

Ep. 39 | Speak For Change with Thomas Pedersen

This week on the show, I got to catch up with Thomas Pederson from the Speak For Change Podcast. I love chatting with Thomas because of his enthusiasm for living a meaningful life. In this episode, we talk about living a life aligned with our values; being and doing; and we ended with a great conversation around change. To connect with Thomas, you can email [email protected] or on Instagram @speakforchangepodcast. You can also download his podcast, Speak For Change with Thomas ...

Ep. 39 | Speak For Change with Thomas Pederson

This week on the show, I got to catch up with Thomas Pederson from the Speak For Change Podcast. I love chatting with Thomas because of his enthusiasm for living a meaningful life. In this episode, we talk about living a life aligned with our values; being and doing; and we ended with a great conversation around change. To connect with Thomas, you can email [email protected] or on Instagram @speakforchangepodcast. You can also download his podcast, Speak For Change with Thomas ...

Ep. 38 | Creating Self-Care with #TAKECAREHSC in collaboration with Gabriella with Nova Scotian Art Therapy and the Halifax Shopping Centre

The #TAKECAREHSC campaign is a response to a common parting statement we often say or receive from others —“take care.” In this episode, my guest and Art Therapist, Gabriella Rizkallah, presents ways of reframing the language around taking care and provides us with practical approaches to creating self-care in our day-to-day lives.    To connect with Gabriella, you can find her on social platforms at @nsarttherapy and www.nsarttherapy.com    For more information on the #TakeCareHSC c...

Ep. 37 | Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: Being vs Doing

We’re back with another coaching cast. In this coaching session, I uncovered a blind spot in my life — the value of being. I’m in the process of learning how to active my inner observer and learning how to surrender to control so that I can focus on being present — in my mind, body and spirit.

Ep. 36 | I Did It Scared! Life Out Loud Podcast Celebrates 1 Year!

Happy 1st Anniversary to the Life Out Loud Podcast! It has been an incredible ride thus far! In this episode, I’m reflecting on the growth of the Life Out Loud Podcast. Tune in for a recap of some of the beautiful conversations we’ve had on the show over the past year. Thank you to my listeners for being a wonderful support and sharing this journey called Life Out Loud. If you enjoy this podcast, please give us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts. https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/life...

Ep. 35 | Rest Is My Productivity 

This week on the show, I reflect on the value of rest —asserting rest as the vehicle that will facilitate the care needed to focus on a recovery strategy for burnout. I’m learning how to strive at work in healthy and productive ways, and share a few strategies from Dr. Diana Hill, that I have found helpful as guideposts on this journey. To read Dr. Diana Hill’s blog on Healthy Striving that I shared in this episode, check out: https://drdianahill.com/signs-of-unhealthy-striving-and-how-to-s...

Ep. 34 | Get Real About How You Feel — Mental Health Week, May 3 - 9th

This week on the Life Out Loud Podcast, we are getting real about how we feel. This week is Mental Health Week in Canada, and the Canadian Mental Health Association has challenged us to focus on naming, expressing and dealing with our emotions, as a way of celebrating, protecting, promoting mental health. For more information, visit https://mentalhealthweek.ca/

Ep. 33 | Healing Trauma with Guest, Lynn Fraser

This week on the show, teacher, facilitator and trauma specialist Lynn Fraser joins us for a conversation around the current landscape of the pandemic, the ways trauma manifests within our lives and how we have the power and control in healing trauma. Lynn provides us with lots of wisdom from her personal experiences and her work around healing trauma. If you’re looking for more information on healing trauma, check out Lynn’s website, https://lynnfraserstillpoint.com/, to find free resources...

Ep. 32 | Surrendering to Rest with Guest, Morgan MacKinnon

In this episode, my guest, Morgan MacKinnon and I sit down and talk about her recent surrendering to rest as a self-care response to burnout. This is the first of a series of episodes that address will address burnout. To connect with Morgan, you can reach her at the contacts below: Personal Email - [email protected] Personal Instagram @_morganmackinnon Business Email - [email protected]  @Developmentaltranslators on Instagram and TikTok

Ep. 31 | A Journey in Art with Mireka Starr

Did you know that April 15th is declared as World Art Day? And I am so honoured to have a special guest on the show with me to celebrate World Art Day. Mireka Starr is an artist, a mental health advocate, and a beautiful, bright spirit! Mireka joins me in the studio to talk with me about her journey through her abstract expressionism and portrait art.

Ep. 30 | Consistency, Control, Confidence with Holistic Life Coach, Alejandra Dueñas

This episode will be good for your soul! I am so moved by this conversation with Holistic Life Coach, Alejandra Dueñas. We talk about the very things in life that "ping" us, and how we can manage through the challenges, and take control back, through her program, the 3C's Method. The 3C’s Method is a coaching program that helps women heal their anxiety and gain self-love so they can take back control of their life with consistency and confidence.    Connect with Alejandra on Instagram at...

Ep. 29 | Another Trip Around the Sun

I’m turning 36 years young on April 4th — and I’ve been thinking a lot about this particular birthday. This week’s episode is a reflection — a life lesson on some of the experiences I’ve had over the past 36 years. Even though I’m not celebrating a “milestone” birthday, I am celebrating a significant part of my life’s journey — another trip around the sun! Every birthday is special — an opportunity to celebrate another year of life.

Ep. 28 | Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: Drowning Through Change

She’s back! My Life Coach joins me in studio for another Coaching Cast. In this episode I’m getting real with some unfavourable feelings that are contributing to burnout. How do we get ourselves back into an atmosphere where we are thriving? Tune in now to learn more. Connect with Mischaela at: mischaelarichter.com mischaelacoaching (on Instagram)

Ep. 27 | Poddy Talk with Alicia McCarvell and Amanda Chater

Ep. 26 | The Power of Our Voices — Empowering Female Podcasters

In celebration of International Women's Day, we have a special collaborative episode with Ashley and Sarah from the Rival & Queen Podcast. We have brought together the women podcasters from BNV Media to celebrate women’s voices in a show that encourages, inspires, and empowers. We talk about everything from women’s health and wellbeing, celebrating femininity to building community, and more. Learn about each of these women, their podcast & the unique message they have to share. Here's ...

Ep. 25 | Hair’Story w/ Guest Shauna Thomas

In this episode, I invite a good friend of mine on the show to talk about something that is a significant part of our lives — our hair! We discuss the history of black hair, our childhood experiences with our hair, and how we as black women, have grown to accept our natural, black hair. 

Ep. 24 | Called to Be Creative

Do you consider yourself a creative person? Did you know you were created on purpose, to create purpose and weave it into the fabric of the world? I'm diving into a new journey of creativity and getting curious about my calling as a creative person. Creativity teaches me how to live a meaningful life which helps me transform into the highest version of myself.

EP. 23 | Life Insights with Guest Kayla Short

Today on the show, we have the award-winning Canadian Blogger, Columnist and TV Personality, Kayla Short with Short Presents! This episode is full of energy; and great insights around setting boundaries, creating space in our lives and making self-care a priority. You can find Kayla on all platforms @shortpresents, and @shortpresentsOfficial on TikTok. Email: [email protected] and check out Kayla's Blog: http://shortpresents.com/

Ep. 22 | We Can't Plan Life

Have you ever thought about how much of your life you've tried to plan? Did life turn out as planned? I'm learning how to release things, expectations, and life plans that no longer serve me to so that I can receive the things that life has made available for me. What plans do you need to release so that you make yourself available for what life has to offer you?

Ep. 21 | Do You Have the Courage?

Welcome back to the first episode of Season two on the Life Out Loud Podcast! We are back after a month-long break, and I have some questions for us to consider, as we move into 2021. Change continues to happen in our lives - do we respond by living a life with resentment and regret, or live life being daring and courageous?

Ep. 20| 2020 Wrap-Up

This is it — episode 20! We have made it to the final episode of 2020. What an exciting podcasting adventure this has been in Season 1 on the Life Out Loud Podcast! Tune in as I review this season and share some insight as we head into 2021. I am taking some time off over the next month and will be preparing for the launch of Season 2 in 2021. Thank you for a great season, and I'll see you in the New Year!

Ep. 19| Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: Growing Through Change

My Life Coach, Mischaela Richter, is back for our final Coaching Cast of 2020! In this episode, we dive into what seems to be an over-arching theme of 2020 — C H A N G E. One of the biggest lessons I am learning is how to grow through what you go through. This year has certainly had its ups and downs, and change has been at the core of this. How do we release control to cultivate growth through change? Tune in to learn more! For more information about Mischaela Richter Coaching, please vi...

Ep. 18| One Billion Happier People with Steve Foran

I am so grateful for my guest in this episode! I had the opportunity to chat with Steve Foran, Founder of Gratitude at Work, Author, Professional Speaker, and Gratitude Guru!  Not commonly the path of an Electrical Engineer, Steve has spent many years writing and conducting practice-based gratitude research, including his book, Surviving to Thriving. From his studies and work, Steve has also developed a science-based program, Gratitude At Work — which is a simple and innovative approach to...

Ep. 17| In Gratitude We Thrive!

Gratitude — the key that unlocks the fullness of life. Gratitude is the heartbeat of living a meaningful life. How are you finding appreciation for what you have and your experiences in life? How are you carving out space for reflection around gratitude? I am so grateful to have been featured as a Guest Gratitude Contributor on the social platform, The Daily Gratitudes. This is a movement that is changing our culture through gratitude and is encouraging grateful leadership. For more inform...

Ep.16| Breaking News — We Have Separated!

I am taking a break from the news (for the time being) to protect my mental health. We get to decide how to be informed by what's happening in our world and communities. We get to choose what we have the capacity for and how much exposure to the daily news we can manage. What is your relationship with the news? And is it having an impact on your mental health?

Ep.15| No Time For That with Special Guest: Canadian Singer & Songwriter, Elsie Morden

We have no time for bullying, no time for stigma, and no time for the negative.    The No Time For That Tour acknowledges the power of story and song through sharing interactive presentations around bullying prevention, mental health awareness, and youth empowerment to schools all across Canada.   For more information, check out the No Time For That website: https://www.ntft.ca/  To follow on Instagram, connect at @notimeforbullying

Ep.14| Overwhelmed by Overwhelm: The Emotional Effect

Have you ever felt overwhelmed by overwhelm? Worried about your worry? Or maybe you're tired of feeling tired. Our emotions matter and can have a significant impact on our mental health. In this episode, I share an evidence-based approach, developed by Dr. Marc Brackett - providing a guide in creating an emotion regulation strategy. You can find more information at: https://www.marcbrackett.com/ruler/

Ep.13| Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: Observing and Preserving our Energy

Coaching Casts are special episodes on the Life Out Loud Podcast — that brings you into some of the real and raw conversations in my coaching sessions with my Life Coach, Mischaela Richter. In this episode, we discuss energy and the value of observing our energy and preserving our energy reserves to support our mental health and wellness.

Ep. 12| Camping Courage

Adventure takes risks; risks encourage us to be daring, and being daring takes courage.  Tune into episode 12 to hear all about this courageous camping trip I recently took with my husband, and how working through fear manifested an opportunity to soar above worry. To read more about this camping adventure, check out my latest blog, at lifeoutloud.ca

Ep.11| Converting Pressure Into Power

It is easy to associate pressure with the negative — seeing it more as a pain point or energy drain. But what if we shift our mindset to understanding pressure as positive energy — and an opportunity to overcome our obstacles, and gain personal strength — an opportunity to get clear on our priorities — an opportunity to feel alive? Episode 11 on the Life Out Loud Podcast explores using pressure to create our power. How will you turn your pressure into your power?

Ep.10| Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: On Self-Care

We're joined again by my Life Coach, Mischaela Richter for another Coaching Cast. In this episode, we will explore areas of self-care by examining our capacity, setting healthy boundaries and identifying ways of recharging.   You can find more information on Mishcaela Richter at https://www.mischaelarichter.com/ and connect with Mischaela on Instagram @mischaelacoaching  

Ep.9| Fear to Courage with Vulnerability In-Between: The Relationship Connecting All Three

In this episode, I explore three significant themes in living intentionally: fear, vulnerability and courage. Tune in as I discuss the relationship between these three related feelings. Special thanks to Leona deVinne with Accendo Consulting for allowing me to share her blog post, "The Relationship Between Fear, Vulnerability and Courage.” To learn more about Leona's work in the field of personal development and emotional intelligence, check out her website at https://accendoconsulting.ca/ ...

Ep.8| Vulnerability Hangover

Oh my gosh, what did I say?   Lately, I have been feeling aftereffect of being vulnerable and doing it so often. I’m not just telling a story when I share on the Life Out Loud Podcast, I am telling my life — my most inner and fragile moments, experiences, challenges, and of course, growth.   I have been feeling vulnerable and hungover.     So how do we recover from the symptoms of being vulnerable? In this episode, I offer a few suggestions for working through a vulnerability han...

Ep.7| Coaching Cast with Mischaela Richter: A Coaching Session Introduction

This is a special episode on the Life Out Loud Podcast — that brings you into some of the real and raw conversations in my coaching sessions with life coach, Mischaela Richter. This coaching cast started from an idea to give listeners a glimpse into what coaching may look like; and share with you in a real and authentic way, some of my challenges and experiences around business development. The Coaching Cast series will cover topics related to personal development, business development an...

Ep.6| Black Narratives Matter: A Conversation with My Parents

This week's episode on Life Out Loud Podcast is the continuation of the Black Narratives Matter episode from last week. I sit down with my parents to talk about their experiences of growing up black. We dive into their childhood experiences, their relationship as a black couple, and parenting black children. My parents offer us some wise words to consider as we lean into the conversations and movement towards the racial and social justice of black people. 

Ep.5| Black Narratives Matter: Martina Kelades

A significant shift and attention to the injustices of black people around many parts of the world have taken place. How do we sort through and understand it all through our lens? What are our thoughts about anti-black racism and institutional or systemic racism? Where are our thoughts rooted? Our experiences.  Black Narratives Matters is about amplifying and strengthening the voices of black people and sharing their unique experiences of living while black. This episode is a narrative aro...

Ep.4| Conquering Shame to Cultivate Vulnerability

What you reveal, you heal. And part of the revealing in our lives may include acknowledging those parts that bring about feelings of shame - the darkest corners that weigh us down. Identifying where shame exists and the impact it has within our lives is an opportunity for us to shine a light on the darkness and release the heaviness - encouraging growth, connection and authentic living.

Ep.3| A Piece of My Story (Part 2)

Welcome back to the Life Out Loud Podcast. Transitions can bring feelings of loss, and they can bring opportunities for personal growth. Our lives are a story of transitions, and sometimes that means we need to let go of the life we have planned so that we can have the life that is waiting for us. This episode is the second part, of a two-part series that highlights segments of my career transition from working as a Personal Development Counsellor and Trainer for ten years, to experien...

Ep.2| A Piece of my Story (Part 1)

Welcome back to the Life Out Loud Podcast. Transitions can bring feelings of loss, and they can bring opportunities for personal growth. Our lives are a story of transitions, and sometimes that means we need to let go of the life we have planned so that we can have the life that is waiting for us. This episode is a two-part series that highlights parts of my career transition from working as a Personal Development Counsellor and Trainer for ten years, to experiencing burnout, to then s...

Ep.1| Doing it Scared

This is a special Birth-day episode — the birth of a podcast that I have been waiting to share with you for so long! Yes, it has been a long time coming for this one, and there are many reasons for it. In fact, many of us find it challenging to get started on something we have been envisioning — and perhaps we have legitimate reasons for not getting started. Starting something can be the hardest part of anything. In this episode, I’ll share with you what I had to let go of in order to move f...

Introduction to Life Out Loud

Life Out Loud Podcast is the podcast of personal narratives — hosted by Martina Kelades, mental health trainer, consultant, speaker, advocate and Founder of Life Out Loud — Mental Health Consulting & Creatives. This podcast explores our many interactions with the world, with others and within ourselves to highlight ways of improving our mental health and wellness through thoughtful and authentic experiences shared out loud. Life Out Loud Podcast is brought to you by our unscripted lives. 

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Life Out Loud Podcast is the podcast of personal narratives — hosted by Martina Kelades, mental health trainer, consultant, speaker, advocate and Founder of Life Out Loud — Mental Health Consulting & Creatives. This podcast explores our many interactions with the world, with others and within ourselves to highlight ways of improving our mental health and wellness through thoughtful and authentic experiences shared out loud. Life Out Loud Podcast is brought to you by our unscripted lives.