Best Midlifewomen Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 207: Read, Watch, Listen Roundup 41:51

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This week we’re back with one of our favourite traditions — our Read / Watch / Listen Roundup! Leah enters her semi-retired era (Eydie is recovering), we talk about seasonal lattes that taste like candle wax, and Eydie unveils her new sacred ritual: pre-pajama loungewear. Leah: Stretch your Starbucks gift cards by saving them for seasonal drinks… u…

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Episode 206: AGING GRACEFULLY—OR AT LEAST COMFORTABLY 42:07

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🎙️ Episode Title: Living Gracefully — At Least Comfortably Teaser: We’re talking about body comfort, aging, and learning to live with ourselves — with humor, honesty, and a dash of grace. This week, Leah and Eydie chat about what it means to live gracefully, especially as our bodies and priorities shift with time. From confidence wobbles to moments…

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Episode 205: Revisiting 25: 100 Days Left in 2025 28:15

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Episode Title: Revisiting 25: 100 Days Left in 2025 Teaser: What would you revisit, redo, or reignite with just 100 days left in the year? In this episode, Leah and Eydie look back at age 25 and forward to the last 100 days of 2025. We talk about what we’ve learned, the habits we want to keep building, and the rituals that help us show up for ourse…

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Episode 204: Wellness Part VI: Wellness Rituals 44:01

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From morning tea to evening wind-downs, we’re exploring how simple rituals can anchor our days and support wellness. This week, Leah and Eydie talk about the everyday rituals that bring calm, structure, and meaning to life. From sauna chats to walking sticks, from small routines to big mindset shifts, we share how rituals help us meet ourselves whe…

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Episode 203: Wellness Part V: The Joys of Wellness 29:34

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Teaser: From sauna chats to blackberry walks, we’re talking about the everyday joys that come with choosing wellness. This week, Leah and Eydie share wellness tips (yes, including Taco Bell race recommendations!), talk about sinus tricks and cold plunges, and reflect on the little choices that bring more energy, freedom, and joy. Links & Recommenda…

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Episode 202: Wellness Part IV: Meet Yourself Where You Are 41:05

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Episode Title: Meet Yourself Where You Are Teaser: Stretchy waistbands, small wins, and meeting yourself exactly where you are — let’s talk about it. This week, Leah and Eydie share tips for managing sweets, inspiration from Packers Defensive Coordinator Jeff Hafley, and reflections on how to meet yourself where you are in health, habits, and minds…

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Building resilience by doing nothing 7:13

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For this episode of RESILIENT PEOPLE, I'm taking you on a walk. It's a Sunday in late July and I'm looking forward to a day of doing nothing. When was the last time you can say that you did that too? Maybe laying on a lounge chair til you fall asleep with the sun warming your face. Or taking a long leisurely walk through a neighbourhood, grabbing a…

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Episode 201: Wellness Part III: Accountability Partners 33:16

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🎧 SHOW NOTES: Episode 201: Wellness Accountability Partners This week on The 2 Chit Chat Chicks, we’re stacking good habits and syncing up with support! Create a Wellness Playlist on Spotify – because sometimes the right song is the self-care. Habit Stacking 101 – Leah shares how layering habits can create routines that actually stick. We continue …

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Episode 200 – A Cluckin’ Good 200! 44:54

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We did it, Chicks and Roosters! We’ve officially reached 200 episodes — and this one is a full-on celebration. 🎈 In this extra special episode, we: Reflect on how the pandemic + Jack Canfield’s Success Principles workbook started it all Share our all-time favorite tips and tricks (Chip Dust! Frixion pens! Thrifting magic!) Revisit beloved Campfire …

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Episode 199: Wellness Part II: Be Your Own Coach 44:17

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This week, we’re talking about how to coach yourself with compassion — no whistles, no harsh pep talks, just gentle encouragement and small wins that add up. We chat about: ✅ Why we’re done with strict rules and tiny, measurable goals (sorry, Monday Resets!) ✅ Kate Bowler’s books and her beautiful reminders to embrace imperfect days ✅ James Clear’s…

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Episode 198: Wellness Part I : Obstacles to Wellness 31:36

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Oh, my gosh! We are back! Yay!

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Building resilience through grief: Misery is optional 41:56

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Thirty years ago, Beverley Burke lost her husband Kevin. She is the mom to a dear friend of mine, but as a fellow widow, she's also become my coach and a close friend. We spoke about her memories of being a young widow, advice for grievers to get back to living their lives and gushed over our mutual admiration for one another. Just the kind of rela…

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Episode 197: Put a Spring in Your Step 33:27

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If ever there were a time to put a spring in your step, it's now! We've decided it's the perfect time for setting new goals, getting recharged, and renergized! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coo…

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Episode 196: Micro Goals 34:45

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From zany tips like what's trending at the grocery store to micro-toning your abs, we've got it all this week! Enjoy us as we pal around and chat about our health, Leah's tupperware drawer, Eydie's idea about creating a "what's good/what's bad" segment for the show, and just general chit chat. We promise fun if nothing else! More From Us: We’d love…

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Episode 195: Building Community 28:42

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Eydie is back, folks! This week, we jam about building and solidying community and taking care of our peeps. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encour…

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Episode 194: Be Real, Not Perfect 31:18

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Here's another episode with Leah and Nicole, live from their sisters' weekend in Victoria! Eydie will be back next week! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy …

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The power of music 6:48

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Music can be one of the most healing things when you're going through a challenge. It is effective for managing stress and helping us to let go. Bruce Springsteen once said, "The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with". I can personally say that my music has been helping me face the world over and over again…

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Episode 193: Going Green 29:49

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Leah and her sister Nicole have some fun in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day, talking about all things green. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encourag…

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Episode 192: Fashion and Frivolity 27:34

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Leah and her sister Nicole dish up some frivolity, and fashion in this week's episode. Sister chat is always so much fun! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and…

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Welcome to Season 5: Living in the in-between moments 4:40

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This episode is changing the nature of the podcast a bit. After suffering a devastating loss this past fall, with the death of my 25 year old daughter Isobel, I began to rethink what’s important to me and how I view a resilient mindset. I feel like learning to really embrace the in between moments in life is key to rebuilding ourselves. So I’ll be …

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Episode 191: Motivation for a Marvelous March 18:28

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Leah brings a pep talk for what has traditionally been a difficult month for her, reframing it with renewal and change and light. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive ener…

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Episode 190: Eydie's Quickie Booktalk 11:43

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Lots of great reading recommendations for you today in a power-packed shortie of an episode! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to live your best …

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Episode 189: 25 Fun Things to Do in 2025 35:29

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Who doesn't want more fun in their lives? It seems more important than ever right now, so Leah and Eydie have compiled a list of 25 things they want to do/are doing in 2025 to make their lives EVEN MORE FUN! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's…

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Episode 188: You've Come A Long Way, Baby! 36:57

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Leah convinces Eydie that we've come further than we think, even though we don't always give ourselves enough credit. Leah makes an earnest attempt to explain a makeup technique for hooded eyes, and Eydie admits that Mel Robbins is occasionally correct, even though she's bossy. (As if Eydie isn't!) More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the …

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Episode 187: 2025 Word of the Year 30:56

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We're back! We've taken a little time off for the holidays, but we are back with bells on and ready to take on 2025! This week we come up with our words/phrases of the year, and we invite you to do the same. It's not too late. It's N E V E R too late to recalibrate! Enjoy the episode! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠C…

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Episode 186: Holiday Gift Giving Guide Part II 30:14

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Yes, there's more - so many more suggestions! Black Friday, Cyber Monday: that's all well and good, but we have a number of suggestions that are also creative, hand-created and free! Tune in and enjoy the best of the holiday happiness, as we laugh and chat. Yup, it's like hanging out with your friends in the kitchen while you cook dinner together. …

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Episode 185: Holiday Gift Giving Guide - Part I 27:25

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It's an extravaganza! Lean in as Eydie and Leah share their holiday gift giving recommendations. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to live your best li…

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Episode 184: Creating New Traditions 30:15

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Eydie and Leah talk about what they want to change, what they want to keep the same, and how things have changed as we all move into this holiday season. Hijinks abound, but so do heartfelt conversations in this episode. You'll laugh and you'll cry, but mostly, you'll laugh. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coo…

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183: Doing Beautiful Things in Hard Times 21:31

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For many, it doesn't feel like a beautiful time on the planet, but doing beautiful things may be the soul-soothing that we need. Here's Leah, going solo today, sharing some beauty she is doing and noticing. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat …

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Episode 182: What Would Your Mama Say? 33:45

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What would YOUR mama say? We certainly have a lot of things that pop into our heads on a daily basis that our mothers have told us over the years. It’s a fun little episode of reminiscing and practical wisdom. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat…

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Tara MacIntosh of Gregor's Gift 50:19

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Tara MacIntosh had just discovered that she was pregnant with twins when, only hours later, her husband was diagnosed with Stage 4 Esophageal Cancer. It was during the pandemic and a very stressful time to be a patient or caregiver receiving any medical intervention. As her belly grew, Tara supported Gregor for all of his needs and was learning on …

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Episode 181: Hunkering Down 39:42

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Leah's friend Theresa joins us for another of our coffee chat series. What follows is laughter, delight, insight, and memories that build our present friendship. You're not going to want to miss this one! You're gonna feel like you're at a pajama party! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook…

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Episode 180: Rest to Feel Your Best 34:45

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This week, we delve into the SEVEN (Yes, seven!) kinds of rest, and how we incorporate (or aspire to) them into our lives. You'll also hear about apple butter, a brilliant quote, and so much more. Enjoy our joyful meanderings on rest! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond …

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Episode 179: Autumn Read, Watch and Listen 34:37

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Lots of new and old suggestions this week for what to read, watch and listen to as we head into hygge season. More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to live your best l…

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Nathan & Dana Schmidt of Mountain Seed Foundation 59:46

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Nathan and Dana Schmidt of the Mountain Seed Foundation are my guests on this episode of the RESILIENT PEOPLE podcast. Mountain Seed Foundation helps build resilience in children and families impacted by war with some of their biggest work being done in Ukraine. Nathan is a former Marine who completed three tours in the Iraq war. He and Dana met th…

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Episode 178 : Making Good Friends Even Better Friends 34:12

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Leah interviews one of her besties, Heather, and finds out a few new things about her. Here’s an opportunity to up your “questions” game so that in your next coffee chat you can go even deeper! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC C…

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Episode 177: All Things Autumnal 33:46

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Leah does a spontaneous (from bed) episode all about autumn! Get yourself pajama or sweater-clad, and join in on the coziness! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to l…

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Episode 176: Coffee Chat with a Friend 23:33

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It's our new coffee chat series that we will be doing occasionally with friends to the pod! Let us know if you'd like to be one of them! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encourag…

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Episode 175: This or That? 30:35

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We quiz each other today to find out a bit more about our personalities and wants and needs. You may be surprised by these couple of wild and crazy gals! As always, loads of laughs and fun as well as a lotta inspiration! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit C…

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Episode 174: Small Joys 34:33

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Eydie reviews her dismal summer intentions record, Leah regales us with microwave tips, and then we're off to the races with small (and not so small) joys. There's so much content in this episode, Leah has two ebooks in the works! Sit back or go for a walk and enjoy! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBo…

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Kelli Gastis: Fabulous in flats with MS 28:31

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Kelli Gastis is a wife, mother, former dancer and can now add author to her list of achievements. Her book, Fabulous In Flats, is about the journey that Multiple Sclerosis has taken her on and how she has maintained a resilient mindset through her body's changes. She doesn't want to let her condition get in the way of living a fulfilling life and s…

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Episode 173: Books, Boobs and Dolly Parton! 17:51

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Eydie is bubbling over with all things books, boobs and literacy today with a special focus on the one-and-only Dolly Parton. What's not to love? Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: https://imaginationlibrary.com/ Eydie's Recommended Books by Dolly: Songteller Behind The Seams Dream More (Eydie recommends you listen to this one…) Recommended Podcas…

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Episode 172: How to Stay Calm (Part II) REVISED 30:13

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Summer is winding down, and we are still finding ways to stay calm and go with the flow. Join us for more fun tips and tricks and ways to chill out! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and enco…

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Episode 171: Unpopular Opinions 28:44

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The one where Eydie and Leah realize they have more in common than they thought... More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and encouragement to live your best lives. Chicks and Roosters, we are getti…

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Episode 170: How to Stay Calm (Part I) 34:34

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Summer is in full swing and there are a whole lot of things that may be throwing us off-kilter. Join us for some great tips and discussion on staying calm! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the Chit Chat Coop on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for positive energy and e…

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Raymond Chhun: No one gets out of mud on their own 47:52

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Raymond Chhun is a registered nurse in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He's worked in clinic as well as an instructor, and is currently applying for his PhD to research building resilience in nursing. His mother grew up in rural Cambodia and met his father in Thailand. At a young age she was taken from home during the country's civil war essentially having the…

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Midweek Bonus: Eydie's Vacation Tips 5:06

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Eydie is coming to you from the Smoky Mountains, full of tipping and tricking. Enjoy!

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Episode 169: Webs of Deception 30:04

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Leah goes solo this week as she talks about being a secret operative and her history of deception. Get ready for a deep dive into the confessional! More From Us: We’d love for you to join us at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chit Chat Coop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on FaceBook where you can respond to the week's Chit Chat Challenge. The CC Coop is a fun place to come for p…

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Wellness Expert Sharon Summerfield: 'Project Me' 40:43

1+ y ago40:43

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For this episode of RESILIENT PEOPLE, Janet Fanaki speaks with Wellness Coach Sharon Summerfield. She is the founder of The Nourished Executive and counsels clients on dealing with burnout, stress management and building healthy daily rituals. Sharon was once a busy executive assistant and project manager for various engineering firms. She made a p…

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Episode 168: Just Desserts! 45:31

1+ y ago45:31

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Welcome to our dessert dilemma, where Eydie kind of hops on the sweet train, swapping sugar-filled stories overflowing with Cool Whip and pudding pandemonium. Leah, our fruit-loving dessert skeptic, begrudgingly shares her cherry obsession while reminiscing about childhood treats that would make a dentist shudder. From German kuchens to Christmas b…