Let’s Be Well Together Podcast - Episode 81
Date: August 15 2023

Participants: John Webster, Elise Seifert, Cameron Earnshaw and Sheila Webster
Guest: Stefanie Costi (Interview) and Mike Kienapple (Move That Body)

Start times and Segments:

[0:00:35] What’s On Your Mind: It’s getting hot all over the world. We talk about 14 ways to stay cooler even if you don’t have air conditioning. They discuss an article by Kristen Rogers (CNN) called “In extreme heat, here are 14 ways to keep your body and home cool without AC”

[0:11:36] Expanding Minds Interview: [Mental Wellness] Stefanie began her job as a lawyer with excitement and high hopes. She soon found herself withdrawing into herself and experiencing imposter syndrome and PTSD, because of a toxic work environment. She had been belittled and bullied. This is the first of a two-part episode. In this first, I’ll ask Stefanie to tell us what a toxic workplace felt like from her experience.

[0:27:25] Adventures of the Starving Artist: Cameron noticed something interesting about the Oppenheimer movie score. He sees things us non-musicians don’t.

[0:31:08] Move That Body: Mike Kienapple tells us how he started into CrossFit 9 years ago, and how much he enjoys it.

[0:36:45] Running Popup: Seeing plays at Stratford, Ontario has an unexpected effect on John. It opens doors of creativity in his mind.

[0:38:34] Flipside of the Coin: We were hoping for more listener interaction when we launched the podcast. Maybe someday (fingers crossed).

Guest Information: Stefanie Costi is a practicing commercial law lawyer in Australia. She is an advocate for student lawyers and graduates. Deep down, her passion is empowering people involved in toxic workplace to speak up. She also educates organizations on the lasting impact of harbouring bullies in their ranks.

Stefanie’s LinkedIn Page: Here

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(-(-_(-_-)_-)-)   Your wellness check-in team
John, Sammy, Cameron, Sheila, Elise, Isabelle and Julie