Breaking Brave with Marilyn Barefoot

A suicide in your social circle can be jarring. When suicidal ideation hits closer to home, it can change your world.

It happened to TERRY STUART. A senior partner at Deloitte Canada, he had experienced his own challenges with anxiety and depression, but nothing prepared him for the realization that someone he loved was considering ending their life.

Contemplating the traditional, pharmaceutical approach to mental health treatment, Terry came to realize that one thing that had worked for him and others he’d known, was music. Whether it was anxiety or depression, music was always something Terry could use to change his mood and he became convinced that music had the ability heal. 

Determined to advance that belief, Terry teamed up with musician, friend, and neighbour Rob Carli, an award-winning Canadian film and television composer, to start the Awesome Music Project, a charitable foundation focused on leveraging the healing power of music to address mental wellness and mental health challenges.

For more from Terry, please connect via:

The Awesome Music Project website: https://www.theawesomemusicproject.com/about-amp

Purchase tickets for The Awesome Music Project's even 'Stories, Songs, & Science' on June 21st at the El Mocambo in Toronto here: https://www.theawesomemusicproject.com/events/stories-songs-amp-science-a-salute-to-frankie

Purchase the [phenomenally inspiring!] Awesome Music Project Canada's book of stories here: https://www.amazon.ca/Awesome-Music-Project-Canada-Happiness/dp/1989025293

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For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer helps learners of all ages experience less suffering and more motivation in their learning—whatever it is they want to learn. Deena supports parents and chosen families to learn how to help their kids—of all grades and years—struggle and suffer less in school.

Deena helps educators, advisors, and administrators re-approach how to facilitate and foster transformative learning experiences. As well as professionals and leaders in all fields cultivate more confidence, efficacy, and reconnection in their work lives.

To connect with Deena directly and learn more about Awakened Learning, please connect via her:

Website www.awakenedlearning.ca

Instagram @awakenedlearning

Facebook @awakenedlearning

Facebook Group: Raising Well Learners

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deenakarashaffer/

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Mat Bowtell is the founder and CEO of Free 3D Hands, an Australian charity that designs and 3D prints hands and assistive devices. The hands are provided for free, to children and adults all around the world and they even pay the postage!

Mat freely shares his designs under an open-source licence so others can make and repair their own devices and to encourage further innovation. Mat's goal is to significantly bring down the cost of assistive technology to help those who currently cannot access or afford it. Mat was working as an engineer for Toyota in Australia and Japan before being made redundant in 2017 when the automotive industry shut down.

He had made one hand, for one kid, with one 3D printer whilst he was still employed. This grew to two printers on the dining table, then six in the spare room! It was not long after his final day at work that Mat was named the Australian of the Year – Vic Local Hero for 2018 and he then knew what he was going to do with his future.

Mat and his very understanding wife Yuka worked for two years as volunteers, living off his redundancy payout, to design and 3D print hands for kids. He relocated with his family to his hometown of Phillip Island and was working out of a single car garage. In 2019 the opportunity arose to lease a factory and through generous support Mat was able to establish Free 3D Hands as registered charity in Australia.

He has now made hundreds of hands and assistive devices for people all around the world. In October 2020 he released his new Kinetic Hand design under an open source licence and to date it has been downloaded over 4000* times!

There are over a billion people in the world who require some form of assistive technology and this number is set to double by 2030*. Currently only 1 in 10* people have access to the products they need. Mat believes that by openly sharing technology and ideas and by collaborating with others, more people will be able to access or afford the technology they need.

To learn more about Free 3D Hands, please visit:

https://free3dhands.org/

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

BARRI COHEN is an award-winning writer, director and producer of documentary films. Among her awards and nominations are those for her feature doc, Toxic Trespass: Children’s Health and the Environment (WGC winner), and the recently co-produced Phyllis Ellis film, Toxic Beauty – which garnered an International Emmy nomination and several CSA awards. Cohen’s latest film, Unloved: Huronia’s Forgotten Children, premiered at Hot Docs in 2022, won the 3rd prize Audience Award, a DGC Award, and has been nominated for four CSA awards.

Read more about Barri and Unloved: Huronia’s Forgotten Children here: https://variety.com/2022/film/global/barri-cohen-hot-docs-unloved-1235261842/

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Deborah's life has two parts: the first in Canada, where she grew up, and the second in Connecticut, where she lives with three children, two doodles, and one husband. Both places feel like home for her, and in both she's been lucky enough to pursue her passion: story-telling.

Back in Toronto, Deb attended the Royal Conservatory of Music and the University of Toronto.  She penned the travel column for a national newspaper before working in public relations, liaising with press, foreign diplomats, corporate investors and the public.

Since relocating to Connecticut, Deb's been published in local and national media, both as a director at a strategic communications firm and as a freelance writer. Her work has appeared in everything from websites to poetry journals.

Afters years of aching to see a title of her own on the shelf, THE CRATE, was born. THE CRATE is a true crime/Holocaust story, and a lifelong dream come true for Deborah. Her dream continues with the publication of her first novel, a thriller/courtroom drama called A NEST OF SNAKES.

Please enjoy this wide-ranging conversation. For more from Deborah, please connect via

her website: https://debbielevison.com

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Shantelle Bisson is a published author, small business owner, and author of three books; two of which are Best Sellers. Shantelle's books include tips to help readers get through life with more calm, and teach them how to relate, communicate, and get closer to their kids, life partners, and themselves. Shantelle strives to help people feel empowered to heal their past so they can be different parents to their kids, and love themselves more completely.

Raised by a dynamic, hardworking, committed single mother, at the age of eighteen, Shantelle picked the man who would become the father of her three daughters, and her life partner. Shantelle's wonderful husband and father to her three kids, is Yannick Bisson, an internationally celebrated actor who can be seen on CBC’s Murdoch Mysteries the world over. They have been married for 34 years and running.

With the tools and ability to heal her own traumatic past, coming out of all that she did so with a strong healthy family nucleus, and three socially aware, empathetic, compassionate human beings, she began to write about her struggles, and victories, for Huffington Post. Through this opportunity, she was tapped to begin writing about her parenting journey for another online magazine, Zoomer. In addition to Shantelle's guest hosting gigs on CBC's The Goods, as well as weekly on-air parenting expert panels for other local Canadian news outlets.

After sharing so much of her story with major news outlets and witnessing how handheld devices, and social media were creating such disconnect and distraction in parenting, and relationships; Shantelle's series of books were born; Without Losing Your Cool. From Raising kids Without Losing Your Cool to Parenting Your Teen Without Losing Your Cool, and now Loving Yourself without Losing Your Cool, as well as her series of journals. Shantelle's mission is to help you with the steps you need to create the life you want.

From Shantelle herself:

I’ve been digging deep, uncovering the best parts of myself for as long as I can remember. 

I did the f*#king work and broke the cycle of alcoholism that coursed through my veins, I overcame years of bulimia and shame, and healed from all the sexual abuse I endured.

I've overcome everything that was "meant to destroy" me and I'm still standing and actually living a life of Grace And Joy. 

My mission is to inspire you to find your inner rock star, and your ability to forgive yourself when you fuck up. I want you to know that losing your cool doesn't mean "it's over" there are ways up and out of your darkness, whatever that darkness is...the sun always rises.

For more from Shantelle, or connect with her directly, please visit:

https://shantellebisson.com/

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by:

SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! ​

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CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here: https://shop.nealbrothersfoods.com/collections/crank%C2%AE-coffee-co and USE COUPON CODE BRAVE for 20% OFF Your first Crank Coffee purchase!

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Stan Edwards is an Ironman competitor. He had a massive heart attack while out for a bike ride.. He was clinically dead for 33 minutes and has made a full recovery. His story is incredible.

Since Stan was in a coma for several weeks, his wife Tammy and their two sons, Logan and Zac are a great addition to the conversation, adding details and perspective to the fight for Stan's life and the amazing recovery he was able to make. Please enjoy this in-depth conversation.

For more from Stan & Tammy, please check out the following:

https://www.ironwill.live/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyWxYiOH6KM

https://www.wtvr.com/sports/beyond-the-roster/he-was-dead-on-the-road-for-33-minutes-his-fitness-helped-him-recover

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1-USuGcklRk--

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by:

SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! ​

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CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here: https://shop.nealbrothersfoods.com/collections/crank%C2%AE-coffee-co and USE COUPON CODE BRAVE for 20% OFF Your first Crank Coffee purchase!

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!

Kate Hammond is a teacher, writer, and the forever mama to Miles, her one-year-old son who passed away in February 2021. Kate & Kent Hammond live in ON, Canada and we are thrilled to share that they have recently expanded their family, with the birth of their brand new baby mere months ago. For more from Kate & Kate Hammond, please connect via:

www.thisgrievingmama.ca

Socials: @this.grieving.mama

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This episode of Breaking Brave is brought to you by:

SOULSNACKS! Soul snacks are single ingredient, eco conscious dog and cat treats! Sourced directly from farms in Ontario and wrapped in fully compostable packaging. Treating your pets never felt so good. Head to https://soulsnacks.ca/ and use coupon code BREAKINGBRAVE for 15% off your purchase!!! ​

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CRANK COFFEE the newest member of the Neal Brothers family. Crank Coffee is a new Canadian whole bean coffee brand that is certified organic and fair trade. Founded by the Neal Brothers Peter and Chris. This brand was influenced by cycling, coffee lovers, and experts! Check it out at the Neal brothers online shop here: https://shop.nealbrothersfoods.com/collections/crank%C2%AE-coffee-co and USE COUPON CODE BRAVE for 20% OFF Your first Crank Coffee purchase!

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As always, thanks so much for tuning into Breaking Brave! If you like the show, please subscribe, review, and/or send us your suggestions or questions via the platforms below!

For more from Marilyn Barefoot or to get in touch with her directly, please connect via:

Marilyn's website: https://marilynbarefoot.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marilynbarefootbigideas/

Twitter: @MarilynBarefoot

Instagram: @marilynbarefoot

ABOUT Marilyn Barefoot, the Host of Breaking Brave:

Breaking Brave is Hosted by Marilyn Barefoot, one of the foremost business coaches & creative ideators in North America - Marilyn gets hired by several of the world's biggest brands, companies, and organizations (the NHL, McDonald's, Deloitte, Coca-Cola, MTV, Viacom, The CFL, Forbes Magazine; to name just a few) to help them get unstuck and generate big, creative ideas.

It helps us so much to have your feedback which goes a really long way in helping us shape the future of Breaking Brave and host the guests you're most interested in hearing from! So if you have the time, please subscribe, review, and connect with Marilyn on social media or through her website! And as always, thanks so much for tuning in!