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Suicide Zen Forgiveness Stories re Suicide Loss | Ideation | Mental Health Offering Hope

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At Suicide Zen Forgiveness, we share stories of suicide loss, ideation, and mental health, aiming to end the silence, stigma, and shame. We encourage empathy for those facing these challenges, offering hope through each narrative. Every story has the potential to reach someone in need, lighting their path toward resilience. Join us in sharing your story, and together, let’s #ChooseLife and #KeepBreathing, nurturing healing and strength.

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Healing Beyond the Surface: A Journey of Self-Discovery with Michall J Medina

July 02, 2024 12:55 - 56 minutes - 66.8 MB

Michall J. Medina: From Engineer to Spiritual Healer   In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay interviews award-winning spiritual thought leader Michall J. Medina, who transitioned from a career in electrical engineering to becoming a healer. Michall discusses her journey through various healing modalities in the search to cure her social anxiety and suicidal depression, eventually developing her own groundbreaking method. She shares insights into overcoming the 'he...

From Darkness to Light: Minister Alma Thomas’ Journey of Resilience

June 25, 2024 12:55 - 38 minutes - 44 MB

Overcoming Adversity: Alma Thomas's Inspirational Journey on Suicide Zen Forgiveness In this heartfelt episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness,' host Elaine Lindsay welcomes Minister Alma Thomas, who shares her remarkable story of resilience and survival. Alma discusses her journey through immense hardships including the loss of her son, surviving a stroke, and overcoming other personal challenges. Despite her obstacles, Alma emphasizes the importance of living one's dream life and finding purpo...

March Forth: Elizabeth Miles on Resilience, Recovery, and Reinvention

June 18, 2024 12:55 - 57 minutes - 66.1 MB

Empowerment Through Adversity: Elizabeth Miles' Journey and Mental Health Advocacy   This script is for an episode of the 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness' podcast hosted by Elaine Lindsay, focusing on mental health, suicide prevention, and the power of sharing personal stories to combat stigma and shame. The episode features Elizabeth Miles, founder of March Forth Media Company, a magazine editor, podcast host, author, certified life coach, and Reiki master instructor. Elizabeth shares her strugg...

The Alchemy of Healing: Dr. Rani Thanacoody’s Path to Self-Discovery s8 e3

June 11, 2024 12:55 - 54 minutes - 63.5 MB

Empowerment through Healing: Dr. Rani Thanacoody's Journey   This episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast features an interview with Dr. Rani Thanacoody, a UK-based entrepreneur, founder of Amazing You, and expert in holistic wellness. Host Elaine Lindsay discusses dr Thanacoody's multifaceted approach to empowerment and healing, emphasizing the importance of addressing childhood trauma, the power of gratitude, and the transformative impact of self-forgiveness and inner work. Dr. Tha...

Breaking Silence: Stories of Resilience and Recovery

June 04, 2024 12:55 - 1 hour - 91.9 MB

Empowerment Through Healing: Exploring Suicides and Forgiveness In an episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness,' hosted by Elaine Lindsay, guest Nancy Debra Barrows shares her transformative journey from experiencing sexual abuse and struggling with mental health to finding healing and empowerment. Nancy discusses the role of therapy, the impact of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and the importance of vulnerability and self-care in her recovery. The episode closes with a note of gratitud...

Scars of Survival: The Long-Term Consequences of Weight Loss Surgery

May 28, 2024 12:55 - 36 minutes - 42.8 MB

(The surgery was undone after 20 days) Elaine Lindsay's Journey: The Hidden Dangers of Weight Loss Surgeries and Medications   In this heartfelt solo episode, Elaine Lindsay shares her personal journey and the aftermath of losing a dear friend to suicide. Elaine discusses the immense societal pressures on appearance, particularly for young women, and the impact on her own life. She recounts her traumatic experiences with experimental weight loss surgery in 1983, the severe complication...

Words Heal: The Intersection of Poetry, Suicide Prevention, and Community

May 21, 2024 12:55 - 52 minutes - 60.6 MB

Transforming Pain into Poetry: A Discussion on Suicide, Hope, and Healing   In this emotionally rich episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast, host Elaine Lindsay sits down with poet Icess Fernandez Roja to discuss her debut poetry collection, 'The Opposite of Breathing is Cement.' The collection explores themes of identity, love, mental illness, and suicide. Icess shares her personal journey of overcoming suicidal ideation and how it led to writing poetry as a means of healing and re...

Soulful Recovery: The Journey Beyond Loss with Deva Neely S7 E19

May 14, 2024 13:55 - 57 minutes - 64.4 MB

Navigating Grief and Finding Hope: A Deep Dive into Suicide Loss and Healing   In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay invites guest Deva Neely to share her poignant journey through trauma, loss, and personal growth. Deva, a former music and French teacher who lost her brother to suicide in 2013, discusses the profound impact this event had on her life, including the isolation and stigma she faced and how it launched her on a path to healing. Deva and Elaine add...

Champion of Change: Michelle E. Dickinson’s Advocacy for Mental Health

May 07, 2024 12:55 - 51 minutes - 61.5 MB

Empowerment Through Resilience: Michelle E. Dickinson's Journey and Mission This episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast features Michelle E. Dickinson, a workplace resilience coach, speaker, and author, who shares her personal journey of growing up with a bipolar mother and how it shaped her understanding of resilience and mental health. Host Elaine Lindsay dives into Michelle's revolutionary perspective on mental health, emphasizing the importance of emotional well-being, self-relia...

The Fabric of Us: Stitching Connections in a Fragmented World

April 30, 2024 12:55 - 1 hour - 82.9 MB

A Deep Dive into Mental Health, Suicide, and Personal Growth with David Amerland   In this episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness,' host Elaine Lindsay engages in a comprehensive and thought-provoking conversation with David Amerland, an acclaimed author and speaker known for his works on business, marketing, and the intersection of neuroscience with critical decision-making. As the conversation unfolds, David shares insights from his diverse body of work, including the books 'Intentional' and...

Breaking the Stigma: Humor, Healing, and Hope

April 23, 2024 12:56 - 47 minutes - 55.4 MB

The Power of Humor in Suicide Prevention: An Enlightening Conversation with Frank King   This episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast features Frank King, a renowned speaker on suicide prevention, former Tonight Show writer, and TEDx trainer. Hosted by Elaine Lindsay, the discussion delves into Frank's journey from comedy to suicide prevention, highlighting his personal experiences with suicidal ideation and how humor can offer a rare comfort and connection to those struggling with s...

Mental Health Insights with Paula Sima

April 16, 2024 12:55 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MB

Beyond the Smile: The Impactful Journey of Paula Sima Join Paula Sima, owner and host of 'Talk Shit With P Podcast', as she illuminates her personal journey dealing with mental health issues, in the episode, “Breaking the Silence: Mental Health Insights with Paula Sima”. Despite the struggles of depression, Paula offers a ray of hope, using her personal experience as a three-time panelist at Podfest and her podcasting platform, to inspire others. Through powerful discussions and a healthy ...

Comedy as Medicine: Tackling Mental Health One Laugh at a Time

April 09, 2024 12:55 - 47 minutes - 54.9 MB

For the past 15 years, Susan Stewart has been entertaining and inspiring audiences across North America. Susan is best known for her ability to make people laugh while helping them to meet their challenges with a sense of humour. Susan is the author of 3 books including her latest title, You Gotta Laugh: Wit And Wisdom About Not Taking Life (Or Yourself) Too Seriously. Susan's podcast, Still A Hot Mess, and her comedy album, Relentless, are available on iTunes and Spotify. You can learn more...

A Beacon in the Night Willie Nealy’s Journey to Self-Discovery and Service

April 02, 2024 12:55 - 53 minutes - 61.8 MB

Unlocking Love's Language: Willie Nealy's Quest for Connection From Darkness to Light: Willie Nealy's Journey of Transformation   This script features a captivating conversation between the host and Willie Nealy, a relationship and life coach with a profound story of personal growth and redemption. Willie shares his challenging journey, starting from his upbringing by a single mother, joining the military for guidance, facing a failed marriage, and struggling with suicidal thoughts after ...

Jon Emery: From Job Loss and Divorce to Personal Growth and Podcasting

March 26, 2024 12:55 - 53 minutes - 61 MB

Overcoming Life's Checkmarks: Jon Emery's Journey from Personal Loss to Empowerment In this podcast episode, the host welcomes guest Jon Emery to share his personal journey and experiences with mental health, suicide loss, ideation, and the transformative power of overcoming life's challenges. Jon discusses his childhood, the impact of his sister joining the Navy, his parents' secret divorce, and his own job loss after 20 years with the same company, followed by a divorce. He reflects on the...

Navigating Life’s Challenges: A Journey of Growth and Gratitude

March 19, 2024 12:55 - 36 minutes - 40.1 MB

This episode features an intimate conversation with guest Danielle Cobo, a mother of twins, NLP practitioner, and team leader, who shares her inspiring life journey. The discussion covers her upbringing by a single mother who rose from adversity to success, Danielle's personal and professional challenges, including dealing with grief, her husband's deployment, and her battle with postpartum depression. The conversation also touches on the importance of supportive language in coping with chal...

The Silver Cop Chronicles: A Story of Hope, Growth and Transformation

March 12, 2024 12:55 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB

A Journey Through Recovery and Embracing Life with Robin Ferrie Season 7 Episode 10 Elaine reconnects with Robin Ferrie, a police officer known as @TheSilverCop, to discuss significant changes in his life, including a recent remarriage. Ferrie shares insights into the importance of support in life's journeys, whether in happiness or in struggles, emphasizing how mutual support with his partner has been pivotal for him, especially during times of personal challenges. The conversation expl...

Resilience Amid Grief: Exploring Personal Loss and Healing Stacey Short s7 e9

March 05, 2024 13:55 - 58 minutes - 62.1 MB

Navigating Grief, Empathy, and Mental Health: One Family's Journey   This episode features an in-depth and personal conversation with Stacey Short, who shares her poignant journey through grief, mental health struggles within her family, and the transformative power of empathy and support. The discussion touches on the challenges of dealing with a family member's mental illness and addiction, the societal and systemic barriers to receiving appropriate care, and the profound impact of suicid...

Navigating the Long Goodbye: A Journey through Dementia

February 27, 2024 15:51 - 21 minutes - 23.7 MB

Living with Dementia: A Personal Journey   Host Elaine Lindsay shares her deeply personal experience with her aging father's dementia diagnosis. And decline. Following the ‘SPECAL’ method recommended by the Contented Dementia Trust, she explores the loneliness and grief but also the unexpected gifts of the journey. Elaine emphasizes the need for a balance between compassion and honesty, while advocating for open discussions on mental health. She encourages listeners to seek help and be...

Through the Fire: Stewart Thompson’s Journey of Survival and Advocacy

February 20, 2024 13:55 - 59 minutes - 68.3 MB

Surviving Childhood Abuse and Suicidal Attempts - An Interview with Stuart Thompson   Welcoming Stuart Thompson, host of an abuse survivor based podcast in Toronto. Stuart recounts his experiences of childhood sexual abuse, moving from Ottawa to Richmond, breaking his silence and turning towards meaningful conversations around this trauma. He speaks about his involvement with the Gatehouse Centre in Toronto, a support centre for men, women, and children who've suffered child abuse. Stuart'...

Mindfulness as a Mental Health Tool: An Interview with Debbie Hampton S7 E6

February 13, 2024 13:55 - 36 minutes - 42.8 MB

The Science of Mindfulness: A Discussion with Debbie Hampton Debbie Hampton, a guest with personal experience of using mindfulness as a mental health tool. Debbie speaks about her new book on using mindfulness from a scientific perspective. She narrates her personal journey from depression, suicide attempt, brain injury to conscious self-recovery through mindfulness. She emphasizes that mindfulness is an effective tool to combat anxiety and depression and maintain mental health. The discussi...

Lightening the Load: Finding Strength in Shared Stories Michael Wood S7 E5

February 06, 2024 13:55 - 32 minutes - 38.4 MB

Sharing Stories and Breaking Stigmas: An Inspiring Conversation with Michael Wood on Suicide Zen Forgiveness   In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay welcomes guest Michael Wood to discuss his experiences with suicide and mental health, primarily focusing on his late brother, Jeff. Elaine emphasizes the importance of normalizing conversations around these topics to end the silence, stigma, and shame associated with them. Michael recounts his brother's struggles wit...

A Mother’s Battle: Confronting Cancer and Mental Health with Losa McCoy S7 E4

January 30, 2024 13:55 - 50 minutes - 59.9 MB

The Power of Positivity and Gratitude in Overcoming Mental Health Struggles and Cancer   In this episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast, host Elaine Lindsay speaks with Losa McCoy. The conversation broaches the subjects of suicide ideation, mental health, depression, and Losa's personal battle with stage two breast cancer. The episode sheds light on the importance of ending stigma associated with mental health struggles, building empathy and understanding amongst caregivers, famili...

Ending the Silence: A Death Doula’s Take on Suicide and Mental Health S7 E3

January 23, 2024 13:55 - 49 minutes - 56.8 MB

Deeper Conversations about Mental Health, Grief, and Education In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay talks to death doula Jill McClennan about ending the stigma around suicide and mental health. Despite societal norms, they delve deep into the importance of opening up about grief and pain. They also talk about the critical role of educating children not only about suicide or death but also about understanding their thoughts and feelings. Furthermore, they discuss h...

16 Years Undead: Madeline’s Fight Against a System Error S7 E2

January 16, 2024 13:55 - 50 minutes - 56.1 MB

Surviving Against All Odds: Madeline Michelle Carthen's Battle with the U.S. Government Elaine Lindsay, host of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, discusses with Madeline Michelle Carthen her 16-year-long battle with various government agencies that erroneously declared her dead. Madeline details her enormous efforts to prove her existence, from learning law to appearing in court. Despite the harrowing experience and its toll on her mental health, Madeline remains resilient and is determined to event...

Victim to Vegas: Kevin Lepine’s Powerful Transformation Journey S7 E1

January 09, 2024 13:55 - 49 minutes - 57.6 MB

Surviving Abuse, Suicide and Building a Supportive Community with Hypnotist Kevin Lepine   In this episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness', host Elaine Lindsay interviews professional hypnotist, Kevin Lepine, who survived an abusive childhood and suicidal thoughts. Kevin's journey from being a bullied, adopted child in Detroit to becoming a headliner in Las Vegas has been filled with adversity. He attributes his growth to the supportive community that helped him build resilience. The discussi...

Canada Offers 988 | Thank You Season | Hiatus

December 05, 2023 22:03 - 16 minutes - 19.7 MB

Show Notes Shattering the Silence: Conversations on Suicide and Mental Health with Elaine Lindsay.   In this episode, wrapping up season 6, Elaine talks about Canada's new 988 Suicide prevention line, offers heartfelt, 'Thank You' to each of our Guests and covers our 'December Hiatus' - while Elaine is gone there will be clips from past shows with thanks to all our guests...   We return on January 9th, 2024. May your holiday season be Safe, be calm, and most importantly, be kind to yours...

Laying the Twenty Year Old Me to Rest S6 E11

November 28, 2023 13:55 - 20 minutes - 23.9 MB

Laying to Rest: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing In this episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast, host Elaine Lindsay shares her personal journey of recovery and self-discovery following a devastating car accident in 1976 which resulted in numerous physical injuries and the loss of her pregnancy. After meeting with Kimothy Walker, a journalist who had been through a similar experience, Elaine reevaluates her perspective towards her own identity, learns to lay her pre-accident ...

Cheryl Pankhurst Lost in the system S6 E10

November 21, 2023 13:55 - 43 minutes - 48.6 MB

Teen Minds Redefined: A Conversation about Suicide, Mental Health, and Community Support The episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness' features host Elaine Lindsay in conversation with Cheryl Pankhurst, a retired Special Education specialist and host of ‘Teen Minds Redefined’ podcast. They discuss the story of a student 'Bella', who was deeply affected by unresolved mental health issues leading to a tragic suicide. Cheryl emphasizes the importance of sharing vital information about a child's men...

Alicia Christian Loss of a Sister S6 E9

November 14, 2023 13:55 - 47 minutes - 56 MB

My guest, Alicia Christian has agreed to join me today, for which I am very grateful. It's really wonderful when you can find guests that you feel aligned with immediately! I believe by the end of our episode you too will feel aligned with Alicia! Suicide Zen Forgiveness: Ending the Stigma and Sharing Hope with Alicia Christian   Host Elaine Lindsay welcomes Alicia Christian, a multi-faceted talent and pediatric nurse practitioner, on the podcast, Suicide Zen Forgiveness. Alicia shares her...

AnneMoss Rogers The Power of a Mother’s Grief S6 E8

November 07, 2023 13:55 - 57 minutes - 67.6 MB

Normalizing Conversation on Suicide and Mental Health with Anne Moss Rogers In this episode of Suicide Zen Forgiveness, host Elaine Lindsay converses with guest, Anne Moss Rodgers. Moss shares her experiences of losing her son, Charles, to suicide and the journey that it spurred. The poignant conversation focuses on normalizing talks about suicide and mental health to lighten the emotional burden for those in the darkness. They discuss the significance of voicing pain and asking for help in...

Jaclyn Danielle Gee Trauma to Service S6 E7

October 31, 2023 12:55 - 46 minutes - 53.9 MB

Suicide Zen Forgiveness: A Candid Conversation with Jacqueline Gee This episode of the Suicide Zen Forgiveness podcast features a heartfelt conversation with the host, Elaine Lindsay, and guest, Jacqueline Gee. As a mental health advocate, mentor, and creator of the Doom to Bloom podcast, Jacqueline shares her journey with mental health struggles, trauma, addiction, and her commitment to breaking down their associated stigmas. A survivor of sexual assault and anorexia, Jacqueline provides...

Marie Hoag Estrogen and Suicide Ideation Mental Health S6 E6

October 24, 2023 12:55 - 1 hour - 81.5 MB

After being diagnosed with bipolar disorder at 17, and going through hell, and suicidal times, Marie,  found her solution. Marie is now a clinical hormone coach, HRT physician educator, perimenopause and menopause specialist, and speaker with nearly 20 years of professional experience. Marie says "I have worked directly with hormone therapy physicians and patients utilizing the most advanced and cutting-edge hormone replacement therapy approaches on the market."  Marie started the MeNoPau...

100th-Episode-Self-Care-in-Troubled-Times-s6-e5

October 18, 2023 21:32 - 2 hours - 145 MB

This 100th episode is a compilation of thoughts from six amazing people I have come to know, respect and dare I say love.  In a flash at midnight on Monday.. I got a message noting the next episode of the podcast would be #100  I knew immediately the Universe was prodding me to act on the feelings and thoughts I have been struggling with since October 7th,2023. I wanted to add something of value for you, that could perhaps make things a little less grim. I'm only learning the true importa...

Jody Betty Her Own Story S6 E4

October 10, 2023 12:55 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MB

My guest, Jody Betty is an author, acclaimed blogger and photographer.  Jody is a three time suicide survivor, and endured multiple sexual traumas from infancy to age 14. She spent many years with unhealthy and destructive coping skills. Jody eventually chose the path of healing, and now shares her stories online to help others understand they are not alone in their thoughts and feelings.  Jody’s viral blog, “I Want You to Want to Live”, written in 2016, has reached over two million people...

Darryll Stinson Multiple Suicide Attempts to 2 time TEDx Speaker S6 E3

October 03, 2023 12:55 - 51 minutes - 60.7 MB

I'm excited to share my next guest, Darryll Stinson. you may remember, a couple weeks back we spoke with Darryll's lovely wife, Brittany, all about living with, and being married to someone with suicidal thoughts.   Darryll Stinson believes that vulnerable conversations and stories are two of the most effective tools to grow oneself and seed greatness into the world.   With a background in communication, marketing, and creative writing, Darryll, a former division 1 athlete, survived mult...

#AllHuman Elaine asks for your Indulgence S6 E2

September 26, 2023 12:55 - 19 minutes - 22.3 MB

Sadness abounds at the latest in phobic lunacy.. We are #AllHuman.. can't that just be enough????    i want us to be more accepting of our fellow humans.. 

Richard Brockman MD Life after Death S6 E1

September 19, 2023 12:55 - 58 minutes - 69.2 MB

Suicide Zen Forgiveness with Richard Brockman: Personal Narrative and Neuroscience in Suicide   In this episode of 'Suicide Zen Forgiveness,' host Elaine Lindsay interviews Dr. Richard Brockman, a clinical professor at Columbia University and author of the critically acclaimed book 'Surviving Life After Death.' Drawing on his own childhood experience of losing his mother to suicide, Dr. Brockman explores the interplay between personal narratives and neuroscience in understanding the impact...

Elaine Talks Shame Wooden Grave Marker & Me S5 E10

September 12, 2023 12:55 - 14 minutes - 16.6 MB

This is part one of a large segment of my journey, and the  understanding that comes from learning you need to lay to rest a part of you that was lost long ago... Like most things in my life after age 16, it begins, mostly with Andrea and the part 2 will come later in Season 6. Beginning next Tuesday, Sep 19th when my guest will be  Dr. Richard Brockman. Be sure to tune in, to hear his story and all he has learned from this tragedy early in life.     We have more amazing guests coming up ...

Dr Pat Boulonge Mindset and more S5 E9

September 05, 2023 12:55 - 52 minutes - 62.1 MB

In this episode we meet Dr Pat. We talk about mindset and options and how you are in the driver’s seat. If we learn how to talk or be like we were when we were first in a relationship.  And it's just  you get so much farther, and then you're healthier, you're happier, you have better habits  and you can think and grow  rich from inside out    and when you do that, then you have more possibilities from outside in, ~Dr Pat Boulonge Dr. Pat Boulogne DC, CCSP, AP, CFMP is a high-performance ma...

Dr Pat Boulogne Mindset and more S5 E9

September 05, 2023 12:55 - 52 minutes - 62.1 MB

In this episode we meet Dr Pat. We talk about mindset and options and how you are in the driver’s seat. If we learn how to talk or be like we were when we were first in a relationship.  And it's just  you get so much farther, and then you're healthier, you're happier, you have better habits  and you can think and grow  rich from inside out    and when you do that, then you have more possibilities from outside in, ~Dr Pat Boulogne Dr. Pat Boulogne DC, CCSP, AP, CFMP is a high-performance ma...

Brittany Stinson When Your Spouse Struggles with Suicide S5 E8

August 29, 2023 12:55 - 50 minutes - 56.8 MB

I met Brittany and we immediately formed a connection. I was thrilled to have her say yes to being my guest.  We talk about family, a spouse who struggles with suicide thoughts and how we navigate in a faith based family.  Brittany Stinson is a business strategist who accelerates the growth and impact of missional entrepreneurs by organizing their projects and creating custom strategies. As a certified online business manager with a Master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, Brittany has...

Sarah-Gaer-Turning Loss into Help Hope S5 E7

August 22, 2023 12:55 - 49 minutes - 58.2 MB

My guest today, Sarah, helps me to make a bit more sense of the aftermath of my friend Andreas death. And shines some light on the grief process, As a suicide prevention and trauma recovery consultant she has a wealth of information and compassion to share.  Sarah Gaer is a suicide loss survivor and holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health counseling and has twenty four years’ experience in the field of mental health care. She is a proud alumna of Holyoke Community College Class of ...

Don Lachance The Grief Recovery Method and more S5 E6

August 15, 2023 12:55 - 1 hour - 69 MB

Honoured to speak with a deeply committed, empathetic gentleman who lives here in Ottawa.  Our talk covers so much centered around Don's attention to serving those in need.  Here, I offer his bio in his own words... "A little bit about me and my life. I was born in 1953 and raised in Ottawa, Canada’s Capital. I’m married to Lauren, the love of my life. We have 5 kids, 9 grandkids, 2 active dogs, we work from home, we love to travel and are proud to say we are foodies. I have over 3 decade...

Alexandra Wyman Losing a Spouse S5 E5

August 08, 2023 13:02 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

“After such a tragic death, it is possible to get to a place of peace and joy again, but to do so, we have to ride the emotional waves that include feelings of anger or resentment, whether toward our loved one who has died or others involved. Early on, I was told that this grief process is like riding a surfboard on choppy waters. Sometimes they calm down, and other times we are gasping for air. No matter what, we need to ride those waves and embrace the whole journey. Only then can we get t...

Sarah Sparks from The Soul Perspective S5 E4

August 01, 2023 12:55 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

I met Sarah through a women's group. Her energy and attitude are such that you want to get to know her immediately! After attending some of her soul sessions and watching her videos i knew i needed to have her on the show.  Raw real and honest, we discussed a wide variety of self-care, soul, and the working of our human selves, often stuck in our Ego. ( not necessarily what you think)  Join me as we delve into choice, living your best life, and all the issues surrounding motherhood, post ...

Kevin Ford Losing Family S5 E3

July 25, 2023 12:55 - 45 minutes - 82.8 MB

After hearing Kevin speak, at the Dare to be Vulnerable event here in Ottawa, I got a really honest vibe from what he said and knew I wanted him to guest on SZF. Kevin graciously agreed to speak about losing family members to suicide..   As Chief Executive Officer of Calian, Kevin Ford focuses on enabling the management team to execute the company’s four-pillar growth framework of customer retention, diversification, innovation and continuous improvement. This unrelenting focus has taken t...

Sally Anderson Transformation is her Strength S5 E2

July 18, 2023 12:55 - 51 minutes - 46.8 MB

SALLY IS THE WORLD’S ONLY DOCUMENTED VISIONARY AT THE FOREFRONT OF SUSTAINABLE, HUMAN & ORGANISATIONAL TRANSFORMATION Sally’s life experiences laid the foundation of her vocation to partner others to achieve a similar level of transcendence. ‍ Her determination to regain her life from the most dehumanising experience imaginable in her teens, and to dedicate her life to helping others, has shaped her personal development and destiny to become one of the most pre-eminent change agents and tr...

Rex Sikes Returns S5 E1

July 11, 2023 12:55 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

Revisiting with a Great Guest  Rex Sikes Rex returns and its a joy to talk with someone who has been to the depths, and risen to the heights. Rex is proof positive that you can choose to live your best life!!  Rex Steven Sikes, founded IDEA Seminars, and is the creator of Mind Design™, the Attitude Activator™, and Directed Questions™. He's dedicated four decades to helping countless thousands of people transform their minds and lives. Rex is an authority on Abundance and the Law of Attract...

Thank you • S4 E24 On Hiatus till July 11th 2023

July 04, 2023 12:55 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MB

Thank you for listening in. I am honoured to share the stories of suicide survivors, ideation, those left behind, and anyone challenged with mental health issues.  You are not alone.. Reach out there will be a listening ear..   You Matter and REMEMBER: we all fall down, we all fail, we all need to get back up.. and try again... ♥ Happy 4th of July to our US listeners. make the most of your day off. ON HIATUS TILL JULY 11th 2023 We will return on July 11th with a really fascinating gues...

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