Ebb and Glow

#142: Suzanne Anderson discusses pivotal moments in her life, including her career choices and her husband's tragic suicide while she was writing her second book. Suzanne emphasizes the importance of embracing all emotions during times of grief and the significance of rituals as a bridge between the conscious and unconscious mind.She highlights the role of time in healing and the transformative power of being present during challenging times. Suzanne also shares insights on leadership, the ev...

#141: In this enlightening podcast episode, the host sits down with Jana Wilson, a remarkable healer and author, to explore her incredible journey from childhood trauma to becoming a beacon of healing and inspiration. Through candid conversations, Jana shares her profound experiences, including her spiritual awakening at a young age, her exploration of metaphysical teachings, and her deep connection with her inner child. The episode delves into a rich tapestry of topics, from settin...

#140: Jenelle delves into the challenges and negative experiences she encountered during the past few weeks on dating apps. She shares the disappointment she felt after a series of unsuccessful dates, where she experienced a lack of connection, respect, and shared interests with her matches. She candidly discusses the toll that these experiences took on her mental health, leading her to question her self-worth and confidence.Jenelle also reflects on her current mindset and intentions moving f...

#139. After being orphaned at 14, Efia Sulter desperately wanted to live a normal life but the older she got she realized normal wasn’t going to cut it… she wanted more. Efia went from battling chronic illness, anxiety + depression, to moving overseas from Scotland to Australia and manifesting her extraordinary life. Efia is a mindset + manifestation coach and podcast host of The Manifest Edit. Her mission is centered around empowering ambitious women to stop playing small and access the...

#138. This episode introduces the concept of re-patterning in relationships, emphasizing self-care, understanding the brain's functioning, and taking responsibility for patterns to foster positive changes and healthier connections with others.Guest, Adele Spraggon shares her personal journey of dealing with anxiety and her constant search for self-help solutions. Despite trying various therapies and practices, she still struggled with panic attacks. Adele eventually realized that the problem ...

#137: Jenelle reflects on the various work-related challenges she has faced recently. She shares a particularly difficult experience with a client who became angry and disrespectful towards her, leading to a stressful situation that affected her emotionally. Jenelle also shares her thoughts on chemistry vs. compatibility in her dating life. These experiences make her reflect on the role of feminine energy and how she wants to avoid being aggressive or disrespectful like the people she en...

#136. Elisa shares how hypnosis transformed her mindset and helped her overcome limiting beliefs that were holding her back. After witnessing the positive impact it had on her and her friends and family, she began to build a business as a Hypnotherapist.We discuss the challenges of the online business space and the pressure to compare oneself to others. Elisa emphasizes the importance of focusing on one's own journey and not getting caught up in comparisons.Elisa’s mission is to make hypnosis...

#135. Jordana shares her journey of pursuing her dreams and making a major life change. She explains that her desire to travel and have a remote job led her to take her aspirations seriously.Our conversation touches on the experience of living in a bustling city like Toronto and the challenges it brings, including long commutes and a constant sense of chaos. Jordana realized that she wanted a change from the hectic lifestyle and used the pandemic as an opportunity to reevaluate her goals and ...

#134. Stephanie Chan, a former lawyer embarked on a challenging path of leaving a stable 10-year legal career to pursue her entrepreneurial dreams. Stephanie candidly shares the hurdles she faced during those initial years—self-doubt, emotional struggles, and financial stress—experiences often unspoken but familiar to many entrepreneurs. Discover the importance of building a strong support team, or as Stephanie affectionately calls them, "cheerleaders." Learn how finding people who believe in...

#133: Jenelle shares her experiences and insights from her recent solo trip to Portugal. She discusses why she chose Portugal, the affordable flight deal she found, and highlights the safety of Portugal for female solo travellers. The host admits that she is not a typical tourist and prefers to immerse herself in local experiences and meet new people. She shares a special encounter with a guy she met in Porto, mentioning the butterflies she felt and their flirty conversation.She shares h...

#132: Jennifer was laid off from her job at four months pregnant. A cruel joke by her employer about her desire to start a family turned into a harsh reality, leaving her feeling powerless and in a state of confusion and doubt. But, after a few years, Jennifer created a new narrative about what was possible for her in her career and life. Today, Jennifer Hargreaves is the Founder of tellent, a diversity recruitment and social impact organization on a mission to close the opportunity equi...

#131: As Jenelle turns 30, she delves into the valuable lessons she learned during her transformative 20s. This decade is often regarded as a time of self-discovery, growth, and laying the foundation for a successful future. Jenelle shares stories of what she's learned about friends, relationships, careers, and even herself. Jenelle's EbbsSpending more time on romantic relationships instead of friendshipsOversharing at workSpending money on things you don't valueThinking shorter term ins...

#130: Mike's journey began as a broke, desperate, divorced, alcoholic young man who knew he needed to make a change. Through his own experiences, Mike discovered the power of manifestation and the Law of Attraction. He used these tools to transform his life, and now he's passionate about helping others do the same. In 2012, he founded the Love from Margot Foundation in honor of his late wife, Margot Murphy, who battled cancer. And today, he is building a retreat center in Medellin, Colom...

#129: Divorce can be a painful and difficult experience, but it also presents an opportunity to reinvent yourself and create a new, more fulfilling life. Tonya Carter shares how at age 30 she went through a divorce and became a single mom of two small kids. Her sense of identity and self-worth was shattered but she realized that in order to move forward she needed to reclaim the narrative.Today, Tonya Carter is Marriage/Relationship Exit Strategist, Host of The Purposely Thriving Podcast, and...

#128: In today's society, we are often told that success only comes to those who work the hardest, hustling and grinding every day to achieve their goals. But at what cost? In this episode, Jenelle shares her experience of hustle culture, the feelings of resentment it can create, and the intense pressure to succeed that many of us feel.Jenelle's EbbsHustle culture Burn outResentment leading to negative relationshipsIntense internal pressure and expectationsNot being able to slow downJene...

#127: In November 2022, Joanna was impacted by the tech layoffs. This was her second layoff in her 7 year career due to no fault of her own. The news of the layoff was disappointing, but she recognized that she was starting to burn out, so maybe this layoff was meant to be. Through the process, there were definitely good and bad days; some with tears and anxiety.Joanna is a content and social marketer with 7 years of experience across CPG, tech, and web3. She's recently developed a love for i...

#126: After following the path to traditional success but only finding intense burnout and an identity crisis at the top, Lauren Felter blew it all up in January 2020 to do it her own way.Today, Lauren Felter is "the designer that non-designers love". Her signature course, Create With Confidence is for non-designers who find designing an inevitable part of their regular to-do list. Lauren prides herself on a no-shame, no-shade approach to her web design, branding, and design education.Lauren'...

#125: After graduating with six figures of student loan debt and watching everyone around him lose their retirement savings and home equity in 2008, Mark discovered a way to turn his debt into real wealth.Today, Mark Willis is a man on a mission to help you think differently about your money, your economy, and your future. Mark's EbbsSix figures of student loan debtFeeling controlled by his money Not understanding money and financial planningDistrust of banksMark's GlowsGaining cont...

#124: Jenelle shares how she's making some big changes and getting more structured with her daily habits and routines. Because of this, she's feeling so much more productive and has been able to set and achieve more of her goals.Jenelle's EbbsFeeling so rushedFeeling like everyone else is controlling her day and scheduleBeing busy but not productiveNot achieving the goals she set for herselfJenelle's GlowsHaving more control of her schedule and lifeWay more productivity Not overwhelmed a...

#123: Kelsey talks about ending a long term relationship, switching careers multiple times, and feeling burnout in her life. She did many months of soul searching and therapy to cure her people pleasing and codependency.Today, Kelsey Formost is the founder of Magic Words Copywriting and an award-winning marketing expert who teaches entrepreneurs how to write words that sell (without sounding sales-y).Kelsey's EbbsLosing jobsBeing cheated onBreakupsScared to bring up conflict in her relationsh...

#122: Natalia shares how she dealt with infidelity in her marriage and went through a divorce, to being extremely cynical about men and resigned about love, to happily married again. Today, Natalia Murua is a love coach, specializing in the best of Eastern and Western approaches to love, dating and relationships. She helps women all over the globe to become competent and confident in dating and relationships. Natalia's EbbsDivorceInfidelityBetrayalLack of loyalty in her marriageFail...

#121: Larry shares his triggers around scarcity of money and how doing ayahuasca in Guatemala recently has helped him release those repressed limiting beliefs. With these changes, Larry is ready to up level to the next version of his life.Larry Media is a real estate agent based out of Toronto, Canada.Larry's EbbsTrying to heal asthmaScarcity around moneyLimiting beliefsRepetitive triggersLarry's GlowsUpleveling your lifeMeditatingAyahuasca in GuatemalaOnly working with clients that brings hi...

#120: Jenelle chats all things solo travel and her recent trip to Costa Rica! She shares what she would change, amazing core memories, and how her trip changed her life perspective moving forward.Jenelle's EbbsLearning to go with the flow and releasing control Facing fearsLearning patience Navigating a new country and languagePivoting and changing itinerary Jenelle's GlowsMeeting amazing people all over the world that will build into life long friendshipsConquering the fears of...

#119: At age 16, Rayna began caring for both of her parents during their separate battles with Alzheimer’s over a thirty-year span. She chats how she had the strength to be a caregiver everyday, the importance of hiring a team for help, and the importance of faith during this time.Today, Rayna is an Author, Speaker, Podcaster, ICF Certified Coach, and a Positive Approach® to Care (PAC) Independent Certified Trainer. She is now able to look back on those days with no regrets – and she wishes t...

#118: Dr. Loretta Billoups shares stories of her past marriage and how it was physically and emotionally abusive. Although it was a difficult and challenging relationship, she refused to let it dictate her life.Today, Dr. Loretta Billoups is both a clinician and a relationship and mental health coach.Dr. Loretta's EbbsAbusive relationshipsLosing weight from stressControl and isolation in relationshipsManipulationInfidelity Dr. Loretta's GlowsBelieving in herselfFinding a new sense of fre...

#117: Katie chats about her experience being polyamorous in Northern Michigan after living abroad for so long. She shares how she felt alone in her relationship preferences and the desires she held for her life.Katie Mae is a Priestess of the Sexual Arts and a COCO Relationship coach — helping people co-create more Conscious, Organic, Committed, and Open relationships. Katie's EbbsEnding relationships when she still loved the personFeeling like she had commitment issuesWandering eye in r...

#116: Jenelle chats about her goals and vision for 2023 with the theme of the year being MAGNETIC. Some goals include better time management, being mindful of who she is spending time with, and an ambitious real estate income goal.Jenelle's EbbsA bad habit of lateness, bad time managementPouring into all the wrong cups in terms of friendships Working a lot and not spending time doing hobbiesLoss focus on finances Jenelle's GlowsPlanning to start therapy this yearWanting to take fitn...

#115: Tedra shares her set backs of homelessness, toxic relationships, and money blocks and describes how changing your mindset is the first step to changing your life.Today, Tedra is a Master Mindset Strategist and Host of the Align & Grow Rich podcast. Tedra's EbbsLiving in a toxic environmentRaising six kids on her ownHomeless as a teen momMoney mindset blocksBeing in an abusive relationshipMoving 13 times in a yearAttempting suicide Having a negative mindsetTedra's GlowsResi...

#114: Tessa shares her experience of two breast cancer diagnosis at age 26 and how it has given her perspective, life experience, and showed her how many ways support can look.Today, Tessa is is the Owner of mōrro yoga and Podcast Host of Girl Meets Money.Tessa's EbbsDiagnosed with breast cancer at age 26Not having any genetic indications of breast cancerEnvironmental issues affecting women's healthHaving a bilateral mastectomy twiceRadiation therapyGoing through 7 surgeries Holding spac...

#113: Courtney shares how she has never wanted to have children and how exhausting it is to be constantly asked about it. She also shares wins as a real estate agent and how she is focused on building her career right now.Courtney Moulton is a Real Estate Agent based in St John's, Newfoundland. Courtney is a perpetual learner, so you can usually find her nose deep in a book or browsing the home décor isles at Winners.Courtney's EbbsNot wanting children and feeling pressured to want thatDealin...

#112: Jenelle chats about her triggers around the holiday season and what stresses her out each year. These include pressures to spend money and expectations from family. She shares her advice and wisdom on what helps her manage these stresses. Jenelle's EbbsPrevious weight gain/loss comments from family in the pastExpectations to make social appearances The pressure to spend a lot of money around the holidaysPressure of having a picture perfect holiday on social mediaJealous/envy o...

#111: Perry Power shares how he was sexually abused as a child by his step-grandfather and how when he broke his silence, he learned that the sexual abuse was intrafamilial. Perry also shares about losing his father and how Perry lived a lot of his life wearing a mask. Today Perry raises awareness of intrafamilial child sexual abuse and inspires survivors to break their silence. Perry is a charity co-founder, author, speaker, activist, and coach, with a passion for telling stories that need t...

#110: Saba shares their experiences of being raised in a single parent low-income household, experiencing everyday racism, struggling with mental illness, and coming out as non binary. In 2018 Saba voluntarily checked into the CAMH emergency room in fear that they might do something harmful to themselves. Today Saba is an actor, writer, and producer based in Toronto, Ontario. Saba has performed on the stages of Canadian Stage, Buddies in Bad Times, and Summerworks Festival. Saba's EbbsHa...

#109: Mandy Alexis was a functioning cocaine addict for 16 years, now 3 years clean. Her relationship with drugs started way before that though. At 12 she tried weed for the first time, by 14-15 she was experimenting with mushrooms and acid and by 16 ecstasy was added to the list, all these mixed with alcohol...Today, Mandy has completely reinvented herself, her mind, body heart and soul and is now a successful entrepreneur that recently moved to Nicaragua.Mandy's EbbsStarting drugs and alcoh...

#108: Jenelle shares vulnerably about what's triggering her lately and how she feels she needs to really explore therapy in order to get to the root of it all.Jenelle's EbbsFinding it hard to trust people and not feeling safeHyper independence as a trauma response Avoidant attachment behavioursWorkaholic tendenciesHaving a loyalty complexJenelle's GlowsWillingness to go to therapyEagerness to get to the root of the triggersMentioned In This Episode:Episode 35 - Reflecting on 27 + What I'...

#107: As a child of an alcoholic mother, Rev. Tomás has leaned heavily on spiritual practice and its lessons to navigate some serious ebbs and flows in life. He has learned that the power of forgiveness can radically transform your life.Today, Rev. Tomás Garza is a Teacher of A Course in Miracles, an Author, Spiritual Coach, and Mentor. He enjoys guiding people through the process of deep personal transformation and sharing his experiences.Tomás' EbbsBeing the person that people dump their em...

#106: In her early 20s, Amanda dealt with a lot of self doubt and unworthiness. At the time, she convinced herself that the world was against her and that she had to control everything around her in order to ensure her "safety".Today, Amanda is a Soul Alignment Coach. She helps men and women who feel like something is missing in their life embrace what’s truly calling to them, and create the life of their dreams.Amanda's EbbsLow self worthSelf doubtNot feeling fulfilledLiving a life someone e...

#105: At age 52, Anne-Marie came out as a lesbian and at that time she was married to her now ex husband for 27 years. It was the hardest and the best thing she has ever done. Today, Anne-Marie is a life coach to people over fifty, LGBTQIA+ or straight, who want to make change and create a happier and joyous life. She also hosts her own podcast, Coming Out & Beyond. Anne-Marie lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her wife Tonda and their incorrigible dog Theo. Anne-Marie's...

#104: Jenelle shares dating updates and why she's taking future romantic relationships extremely slow. She also chats about feeling overwhelmed lately, upcoming travel plans, and the growth of her real estate business.Jenelle's EbbsFeeling drained and overwhelmedNot knowing when to stop hustlingFeeling like every week is a never ending to do listRomantic connections not working outJenelle's GlowsLaunching the podcast on YouTubeReal estate business is growingUpcoming trip to PortugalDating aga...

#103: In 2016, Abraham lost his job, his girlfriend, and his apartment all in a 4-month span. Abraham shares how this affected his ego, gave him humility, and led him to the success he has now.Abraham was born and raised in the prairies, but recently moved to Toronto to further explore his career in the tech space and completed a master's at Queens University. In the next couple months, Abraham will be moving to Boston for a job in Artificial Intelligence at MIT. Abraham's EbbsNavigating...