Create Your Best Chapter

Happy new year! A traditional greeting for this time of year.

But have you ever stopped and considered what 'happy' means?

In today's episode I share what happy means to me, and hopefully inspire you to think about what happy means to you, and how you can be more happy in the new year.

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If you're not sure what happy means to you, or it feels too far away for you to even contemplate - that's okay. I can help. I can help you figure out what is most important to you - one of the key foundations for happiness.

Start 2023 by giving yourself the gift of finding your happiness. Book a Discovery Call with me today and let's get started. **Special new years pricing plus 2 bonus sessions when you register by Jan 31.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

The new year marks a time of transition. It's a time of year when many people reflect on the changes they want to make over the next 12 months.

Rather than expecting an abrupt change, I want to suggest that we start thinking about 'change' more as 'transition'.

Transition is a process that takes time, patience, and grace with ourselves. It's gradual, intentional, meandering, unpredictable, and challenging - and necessary if we want to step into a new version of ourselves.

While there is no instruction manual on how to go through a transition, in this episode I share some guiding ideas on how to transition to your next, new version of yourself. 

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Step Into 2023 In Alignment - an in-person workshop for women
Saturday, January 7, 2023
1-3pm
Maliya Wellness Centre For Women (Cochrane)

Be intentional about how you start the new year. This starts with closing out the current year and saying goodbye from a place of gratitude and acceptance.

In this workshop you will have time to:

• Acknowledge yourself for your accomplishments and successes
• Let go of the things that didn't go so well
• Remember what you're grateful for
• Set intentions and goals for 2023 that are aligned with what's most important to you
• Connect with others for support and inspiration

Take time for yourself. You're worth it and your future self will thank you!

More details & registration

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Spring Retreat
Saturday, March 11, 2023
9am - 4pm
Redwood Meadows Community Centre

On this day, there is nowhere to be but here. No pressing decisions, no responsibilities, just nature, your yoga mat and what's inside you. Recreate with introspective exercises, refresh with connection, recharge with movement, and retreat into nature.

The day includes:

• Gentle yoga
• 2 mind/body workshops with interactive activities to get clear & observe patterns
• Fireside journaling & reflection
• Connection
• Yoga Nidra
• Nutritious hot catered lunch, snacks and refreshments

More details & registration (early bird pricing until Jan 14)

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One-On-One Coaching

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Book a Discovery Call - special new year pricing plus 2 bonus sessions when you register before Jan 31

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I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Book a Discovery Call with me today.

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Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

I don't think we make enough time to acknowledge ourselves and all that we've overcome and accomplished.

But what if taking a good look at your journey to date, reflecting on the dots that brought you to where you are today, and acknowledging yourself for all that you have accomplished, brought you closure, healing, a connection to your inner wisdom, a recognition of all the gifts that you have acquired on this journey, and a deeper clarity of your purpose?

What if acknowledging yourself for all the hard things you’ve overcome actually helps you shine your light more brightly, allowing you to create an impact on those in your life?

In this episode I explore the importance of acknowledging yourself and also give you some practical ideas on how you can start.

I'm replaying this episode now because during this busy holiday season we sometimes forget to take the time to acknowledge ourselves for all that we do day in and day out. I encourage you to make some time to acknowledge yourself - it will make this busy and stressful time of year more manageable and enjoyable.

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Year End Workshop
Be intentional about how you start the new year. This starts with closing out the current year. Say goodbye from a place of gratitude and acceptance, intentionally recognizing all that happened in 2022.

In this workshop you will have time to::

• Acknowledge yourself for your accomplishments and successes
• Let go of the things that didn't go so well
• Remember what you're grateful for
• Set intentions and goals for 2023 that are aligned with what's most important to you
• Connect with others for support and inspiration

Thursday, December 22, 2022 
7-8pm MT
Free

Register for this free Year End Workshop

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Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

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I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

Viktor Frankl said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response." That space between stimulus and response is so infinitesimally small, and yet there’s enough space there for us to have the power to decide on our response. Or, we can choose to ignore that space and just react. I think it's a wonderful gift to have a choice about how we live our lives, no matter what.

In this episode I share my thoughts about the difference between reacting and responding, and how we can learn to take control of our reactions and turn them into intentional responses that are aligned with how we wish to show up in the world. 

I'm replaying this episode now so that you can think about responding versus reacting in the context of the upcoming holiday season which can be triggering, emotional and stressful. If you can prepare yourself for the chaos and stress that can be present this time of year, you'll be able to respond in a way that feels good and aligned for you, instead of creating even more stress.

Work With Me One-On-One

I help women clarify what’s important to them and how to live their values everyday so that they can respond to situations in a way that is in integrity with their best self and with who they want to be in the world. And when you’re your best self, you’ll be confident, purposeful, and live in a genuine way that creates real impact on those around you.

Book a call with me today to learn how I can accelerate this for you.  

Thank You for listening!

I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

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I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

In my "Wisdom Of" series I have conversations with inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Noreen Music, a professional organizer and productivity coach who helps people let go of what doesn’t support them and organize what's left so they experience more freedom and success.

Noreen teaches people practical and powerful skills that transform their home and work spaces as well as their emotional and mental spaces. She says "The time and effort you spend organizing today will give you a lifetime of value that you will never regret." 

In our conversation Noreen and I chat about:

• How decluttering helps decrease friction, blocks and stress
• Everyone can learn the skill of being organized
• The link between clutter and productivity
• The importance of systems
• Not letting things rule your life
• Being intentional about what you keep in your life
• The number one cause of stress and overwhelm in people's work life
• The number one productivity hack

Noreen has a ton of amazing free resources on her website.
She is also the author of The Unexpected Entrepreneur: Now You're Here, Make a Difference While Making a Living.
Learn more about Noreen and connect with her at her website or on Instagram. 

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

In my "Wisdom Of" series I have conversations with inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Michelle Austen, a  full time artist and teacher with over 20 years of experience. Michelle's love of art started at an early age and she loves to share her passion and knowledge with her students, guiding them to build confidence in their creative pursuits and ultimately follow their dreams.

She says that “Each painting begins with a vision, as it unfolds it reminds me of the constant ebb and flow of life. Teaching me patience, acceptance and courage to keep exploring.”

Michelle hopes her art inspires others to do what they love. In our conversation we chat about:

• Creativity
• Following your passion and curiosity
• Taking leaps of faith
• Making money as an artist
• How art allows us to see the world through a different lens
• How the practice of art teaches resilience and building confidence

Learn more and connect with Michelle at her website or on Instagram. 

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

In my "Wisdom Of" series I have conversations with inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Jill Hayner, an entrepreneur passionate about health and whose business is committed to providing sustainable and nutrient dense microgreens to her community. Jill started her business as a way to create purpose and meaning after years of working in a corporate setting. 

Jill's belief is that food is healing and also brings people together in community, two things she's very passionate about. In our conversation, Jill and I talk about:

• How getting out of our comfort zone is where growth happens
• Microgreens and their health and nutrition benefits
• Creating purpose and joy
• The importance of supporting local businesses in our communities
• The necessity of connecting and supporting each other
• How taking responsibility for our own health is empowering
• How women are leading the way in bringing compassion and love to business

If you're interested in health, wellness, and community-building you'll feel inspired after listening to this episode. 

A bit more about Jill:
Jill's company, KE - NRG, are suburban growers committed to providing sustainable and nutrient dense microgreens to the Foothills community. She is highly passionate about all the health benefits they provide. She uses organic, non GMO seeds as well as organic soil. All the packaging is made with 99% annually renewable plant-based material, no BPA's used, so easily compostable and all the root mats from growing the microgreens are donated to a local farm to feed their laying hens.

Learn more and connect with Jill at her website or on Instagram. 

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Brene Brown
• James Clear - Atomic Habits
• Danielle LaPorte - How To Be Loving
• Psychological Safety in the Workplace (Canada)

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

I've created this "Wisdom Of" series to introduce you to inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Michele Thomson, Leadership Development Coach & Consultant specializing in employee engagement, communication strategies that encourage meaningful workplace relationships and creating a culture of well-being. Michele started her business, Curis Consulting after her own experience of a dysfunctional workplace resulted in burnout.

Stress and burnout are at an all-time high, and dysfunctional workplaces are a key contributor to this. Michele and I have a dynamic and robust discussion about a variety of workplace-related topics, including:

• Psychological safety in organizations and how to create it
• Leadership being an exchange of energy
• Humanity in the workplace
• The importance of kindness, trust, empathy, and love in business and work
• Seeing people as a whole individual, not just labelling them as an employee
• The difference between stress and burnout
• Self-care practices

If you're a leader, manager, an employee, a business consultant, or anyone working with organizations, you'll want to listen to this conversation that covers so many important and timely topics. 

A bit more about Michele:
Michele supports individuals and organizations struggling with how to prioritize human connections over bottom lines. She combines mindfulness and building self-mastery in leaders to bring humanity back to the workplace so individuals can find joy in their work, and create workplaces that people never want to leave. 

​After 25 years of clinical, operations and facilitator/educator experience, Michele developed her own approach to creating psychologically healthy workplaces.

Learn more and connect with Michele at her website or on Instagram. 

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Brene Brown
• James Clear - Atomic Habits
• Danielle LaPorte - How To Be Loving
• Psychological Safety in the Workplace (Canada)

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

I've created this "Wisdom Of" series to introduce you to inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Melissa Paauwe, a running coach, entrepreneur, competitive runner, and founder of We Run The World Coaching and The Run Lounge, heart-centered businesses focused on providing support, coaching, tools, and a welcoming community for all runners.

The benefits of running are far beyond just the physical, although that is a critical component. The wisdom of running lies in the sport's ability to support mental wellbeing, an inclusive community, and bettering all areas of life. In our conversation, Melissa and I chat about:

• how running creates confidence
• the importance of setting big goals (and being okay with missing them)
• loving the process and the journey of training
• benefits of running
• the connection between physical and mental health
• the positive impact of community
• and so much more!

If you're a runner you will resonate with this conversation, and if you're not, you'll still get so many nuggets of inspiration, so take a listen. 

A bit more about Melissa:
Melissa Paauwe dabbled in running her whole life but it wasn't until she enlisted the help of a Coach did she really see her potential. With progress came confidence, in all aspects of her life, encouraging her to start her own coaching business to help others find their potential.  Melissa's approach to her clients is very individualized - everyone's plans are designed for them and all levels are welcome in the We Run The World Coaching community. She opened up The Run Lounge in 2022 to create a space to support runners in their consistency and recovery and to help grow a welcoming and inclusive community of Calgary runners.

Melissa  has finished top ten at national events in both the half marathon and full marathon and recently ran a 2:39 marathon to put her in elite company. She represented Canada on an international scale in 2018 where she raced Duathlon. She was the Canadian Duathlon National Champion in 2017 with the fastest standard duathlon for women in Canada, ever recorded.

Learn more and connect with Melissa at The Run Lounge and We Run The World Coaching.

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com

I've created a "Wisdom Of" series to introduce you to inspiring women who are shining their light brightly and making a positive impact on the world. I believe we can learn so much from each other and my intention is to share wisdom and  love so that together we can make the world a better place.

Today's conversation is with Dr. Karen Quinn, a Family Wellness Chiropractor and holistic lifestyle educator, whose mission is to help people feel empowered in their health choices, inspired to live active, healthy lifestyles and harness the innate wisdom of their body.

When we take the time to slow down, filter out the noise around us, and deeply listen to our body, it's amazing the insight and wisdom we will find. In our conversation, Karen and I chat about:

• the importance of being proactive in your health
• that having physical symptoms is a gift
• the healing potential of our bodies
• the definition of health, including social wellbeing
• the power of breathing
• the mind/body connection
• how to look after your spine health and why it's so critical
• and so much more!

A bit more about Karen:
Karen has been a Chiropractor for nearly 17 years. She is a daughter, sister, aunt, friend, Chiropractor, health advocate, fitness enthusiast, yogi, music junkie, nature-lover, native Calgarian and lifelong learner. She loves hiking, biking, yoga, strength training and swimming, and anything that gets her moving.

While studying Exercise & Health Physiology in University, she discovered her passion for anatomy, physiology and proactive health. She graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in February 2006 and has a boutique family practice in Calgary, Alberta. Since then she has also completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training which has been a great complement to her practice.

Connect with Karen on Instagram.
Learn more about Karen at her website.

Work With Me One-On-One

In my 3-month 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' program, I guide you through a 5-step process that reveals what is truly most important to you. These 5 steps provide a framework so that you can make sense of where you are right now, where you want to go, and how you will get there.

I’ll guide you and support you through this process so that you don’t need to figure it out on your own.

It’s time to step into your confidence and into your purpose.

Apply for 'Accelerate Your Inner Wisdom' today.

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Thank You!

Thank you for listening. I invite you to subscribe to this podcast so that you don't miss any episodes, and please share with someone who you think would benefit from the message. And, if you have an idea for a future topic please let me know!

Connect with me and learn more.

I help women gain clarity about what's important in their life, connect with their purpose, and take action to live a genuine and fulfilled life. Apply to work with me today.

Thank you for listening!
Learn more about Vera Ilnyckyj on her website createyourbestchapter.com