Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak

Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak

By WillowjakEducationSelf-Improvement
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Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak episodes

  • 15. Reality Check After a Trip to the ER
    Episode 15 - December 2, 2021 - My son Owen gave us a scare last week that prompted a ride in the ambulance to a day in the ER. The experience gave me a reality check and I break down all the reasons why something’s gotta give in order for this little family to survive. Host & Production - Stacey Haley 
    Sound Effects - William Haley 
    Editor - Liza McClelland 
    Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ 
    Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ 
    Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/  
    Contact Me: [email protected]
    35 min
  • 14. Victoria N. - “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (Part 2)

    Episode 14 - November 25th 2021 - Victoria is back for part two! As you heard last week Victoria is also known as 'The Good Witch of the 6ix'; she is a psychic medium operating a small business on Instagram, helping clients connect with loved ones and offering guidance and support with the help of spirit. This week Victoria takes us through the ins and outs of her gift, how she discovered it and answers one of Stacey’s biggest lifelong questions about her boys.------------------------------------------

    SHOW NOTES: https://willowjak.com/cyoa-ep14-goodwitch2/

    Host & Production - Stacey Haley *  Special Guest - Victoria N. "The Good Witch of the 6ix" * Instagram: @the.good.witch.of.the.6ix   Sound Effects - William Haley *  Editor - Liza McClelland   Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/  * Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ * Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com Contact Me: [email protected]

    1 hr 12 min
  • 13. Victoria N. - “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (Part 1)
    Episode 13 - November 18, 2021 - Victoria isn't just any friend of mine. She's someone 'in the know' who comes with some sound advice about how to rewrite the script for the life you want, after overcoming low self-esteem and going through hard things. Victoria is also known as 'The Good Witch of the 6ix'; she is a psychic medium operating a small business on Instagram, helping clients connect with loved ones and offering guidance and support with the help of spirit. Victoria brings her authentic self to this chat, sharing stories that help explain how she came to be the strong person she is now. We had so much to chat about that we decided to break the chat into 2 parts. Watch for next week's episode, when we talk more in depth about her psychic gift and how she uses it in her life and business.  This episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. CW// sexual assault, miscarriage, eating disorders, abuse, and bullying. Our show notes contain more information and resources (http://www.willowjak.com/cyoa-ep13-goodwitch1/). ------------------------------------------------ Host & Production - Stacey Haley *  Special Guest - Victoria N. "The Good Witch of the 6ix" * Instagram: @the.good.witch.of.the.6ix   Sound Effects - William Haley *  Editor - Liza McClelland   Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/  * Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ * Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com Contact Me: [email protected] aJWO6x9SYTh7mZyu9wwp
    1 hr 12 min
  • 12. 3 Lessons I Learned After the Autism Diagnosis
    Episode 12 - November 11, 2021 - what are all the things I wish I knew when I first heard that both of my twins had autism? I narrow it down to the big 3; one is a DO, one is a DON’T, and one is a reminder that as a parent, you know your child best. Host & Production - Stacey Haley 
    Sound Effects - William Haley 
    Editor - Liza McClelland 
    Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ 
    Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ 
    Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/  
    Contact Me: [email protected]
    1 hr 1 min
  • 11. Non-Verbal Autistic Superman

    Episode 11 - November 4, 2021 - Cousin Michelle is back and we had a lot to chat about; good friends who step in when needed; how my son's obsessions can lead to dangerous situations; confrontations and inclusion in the community; what paid care providers need to know; and a reminder to be kind. 

    Interview & Production - Stacey Haley 

    Special Guest - Michelle Devine 

    Sound Effects - William Haley 

    Editor - Liza McClelland 

    Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ 

    Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ 

    Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/  Show Notes from this episode: https://willowjak.com/cyoa-11-autistic-superman/

    Contact Me: [email protected] 

    Contact Michelle:  IG: @devinem1987

    1 hr 11 min
  • 10. Deb Patrick - Comin' In Hot

    Episode 10 - October 28, 2021 - Full of fiery passion and not afraid to speak her mind, this American now settled in Canuck-land is gracious with sharing her stories that illustrate her most profound moments of growth. Having just turned 64, Deb has learned a lot on her journey to the new life she is now creating for herself: the culture shock of a move from the US to Canada, dealing with fertility issues, divorce after a 35 year marriage, a painful disconnect with loved ones, and finally, finding unconditional love again. Like her writing on our Willowjak blog, we've seen and heard her colourful use of language and many musical references and as is written in her own words "here comes the new generation of old ladies, and we’re comin’ in hot."

    Interview & Production - Stacey Haley

    Special Guest - Deb Patrick

    Sound Effects - William Haley

    Editor - Liza McClelland


    Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/

    Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/

    Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com/choose-your-own-after/

    Contact Me: [email protected]

    Contact Deb:  IG: @deborahleepatrick  |  Facebook: Deborah Howard Patrick

    1 hr 30 min
  • 9. Erin Fagan - Mental Health: From Surviving to Thriving

    Episode 9 - October 21, 2021 - A physical injury and bearing witness to her father's experience with depression and a suicide attempt, both set the scene for Erin's own mental health decline starting before the age of 10. We chat about the four-decade-roller-coaster-cycle of trying to access support in an inadequate system, mis-diagnoses, suicide attempts, over-medicating and subsequent addiction. All while juggling the raising of three sons with the support of an extraordinary support network. She shares her experience of coming through the other side, after forging her path to wellness with her own recipe of self-care; and finding her way to a place where she now supports others as a Reflexologist and Reiki healer in the Region of Durham, Ontario.

    * This episode includes some mature themes. Please take care and be mindful of little ears listening. *

    • Interview & Production - Stacey Haley
    • Special Guest - Erin Fagan
    • Sound Effects - William Haley
    • Editor - Liza McClelland 


      • Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/
      • Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/
      • Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com
      • Contact Me: [email protected]
      • Contact Erin: Celtic Light Reflexology [email protected]  IG: @celticlight
        • 1 hr 3 min
      • 8. Caregiving & Will Calling (some of) the Shots
        Episode 8 - October 14, 2021 -
        This week Stacey and Liza stray away from the traditional interview to talk about disability, caregiving, burnout and agency. Stacey talks about her experience as a full time caregiver for her boys and how she finds balance between being a parent and letting her boys make their own decisions. Host & Production - Stacey Haley 
        Sound Effects - William Haley 
        Editor - Liza McClelland
        Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/
        Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/
        Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com
        Contact Me: [email protected]
        59 min
      • 7. Amanda Coolman - for the Love of a Loving Mother

        Episode 7 - October 7, 2021 - Book nerds unite! It’s been 35 years since we last saw each other, so we had a lot to catch up on. Amanda gets to the heart of the challenges of caring full-time for her beloved mother, after suffering two strokes; and we find that there are some unique parallels in our lives as caregivers. Some tears and some laughs, especially when a love for Donny Wahlberg is discussed.  

        Interview & Production - Stacey Haley  

        Special Guest - Amanda Coolman 

        Sound Effects - William Haley  

        Editor - Liza McClelland Willowjak 

        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ 

        Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ 

        Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com 

        Contact Me: [email protected]   

        Follow Amanda: @coolman_eh (Instagram & Twitter)

        1 hr 24 min
      • 6. Amy McClelland - How Family Values & Self-Advocacy Can Build Community
        Episode 6 - September 30, 2021 - I quietly admired this family from the sidelines, as they raised three girls with an intentional and healthy mix of strong family values and positive guidance for self-advocacy; for them each to become resilient, compassionate and strong young women who are making their marks in the world. Liza joins me in this episode to talk to her big sis, Amy about the four big revelations that led her to this point.  Interview & Production - Stacey Haley 
        Special Guest - Amy McClelland
        Sound Effects - William Haley 
        Editor - Liza McClelland
        Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/
        Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/
        Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com
        Contact Me: [email protected] Willowjak Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willowjak_/ Willowjak Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/willowjakjourney/ 
        Willowjak Website: https://willowjak.com Contact Me: [email protected] Follow Amy: @its_amy_baby (Instagram)
        52 min

      About Choose Your Own After - by Willowjak

      From the publisher's feed

      I’ve turned to the stories of other survivors of hard things to give me hope. Like the Choose Your Own Adventure books, when faced with an obstacle, we’ve always got a choice. I’m inspired by those who’ve chosen a positive mindset and this podcast will introduce you to them, so they can inspire you too. I'm Stacey - a single parent of 3 and caregiver to my adult autistic twins. I've lived a lot of life and I'm building on the strength from others to design my new "after".