If you feel drained or sluggish more often than not, and can’t seem to figure out why - today’s episode is for you.

There are some standard, perhaps more obvious reasons why we might be feeling tired: poor sleep, excess stress, too much sugar in the diet, etc . . . and all of these factors are absolutely valid and worth addressing.

But if you feel you’ve got those things under control, yet still feel like you’re more tired than you should be, we’re diving into some lesser known reasons you might be feeling this way.

The first weird reason is one of THE biggest contributing factors to fatigue and low energy, which is why we’re really getting into some of the nitty gritty of it. I’m also sharing some personal healing that I’ve been doing as of late , which has contributed to a boost in energy levels.

So if you, or someone you know, deals with ongoing fatigue, this episode is for you and/or for you to send to that tired friend! ;) 

We’re covering:

• Too soon for Christmas decorations?
• A mini rant on judge nutrition videos 
• Why stomach acid might be at the root of fatigue 
• Multitaskings’ toll
• Today’s feelgood thing 

Book Recommendation:
“Stolen Focus” by Johann Hari

The Key Moments in this episode are:
 
 00:02:14 - Christmas decorations
 
 00:06:00 - Mini Rant time on Nutritional click bait
 
 00:12:20 - weird tired reason kick off
 
 00:13:44- weird reason number one and Julia Roberts
 
 00:21:06 - my own gut 
 
 00:28:45 - questions to ask yourself 
 
 00:29:55 - weird reason number two
 
 00:33:35 - weird reason number three
 
 00:35:11 - today's feelgood thing 

If you've ever felt down or depressed  in the winter months, or know someone who has - today's episode is for you. And there is a *very specific* reason we're talking about this TODAY, instead of waiting until we're actually in it come winter.

Seasonal Affective Disorder, also known as "SAD",  "winter depression" or the "winter blues" - affects a lottt of us by varying degrees. Whether it's feelings of apathy, sadness, lethargy or just down right crappy-garbage-ness,  the symptoms can be intense, and far reaching. 

The thing is? NOW is the time to really get ahead of it, to start implementing some strategies to support your biology so you have a smooth winter ahead.

Of course, these strategies also work if you're in the midst of winter as well, but they  DO make a notable difference if you start them well before the cold days of winter. 

Today we're covering:

• people butting in line
• What SAD is, and symptoms
• Why you crave more carbs in the winter
• 5 Top Tips to support your system 
• Today's feelgood thing 

SAD Light referenced  - https://www.amazon.ca/Therapy-Sunlight-Control-Brightness-Adjustment/dp/B09DP3HK1H/ref=sr_1_19?crid=1V6VRU3U5NWI7&keywords=circadian%2Boptics%2Blight%2Btherapy%2Blamp&qid=1698696523&sprefix=circadian%2Bopti%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-19&th=1

The Key Moments in this episode are:

00:01:40 - grown up questions 

00:04:20 - proud of Marc

00:08:35 - why start now 

00:10:35- SAD symptoms 

00:12:00 - Carb Cravings 

00:13:30 -Vitamin D

00:16:00 - Light Therapy Timing  

00:18:50 - nature and exercise equation 

00:20:20 - sweater weather 

We're opening up the inbox today and answering some of your questions! From Sam's weight to oatmilk to grassfed meat to microwave cooking, we've got a little bit of everything today. 

I always love Q&A time because it's sort of like a giant buffet of random information.  A little bit of this, a little of that and before you know it we're full and ready to get on with our day. 


We're covering:

• oat milk thoughts
• Grass-fed meat vs grain-fed meat 
• microwaving our veggies 
• Aspartame as a Possible Carcinogen 
• A2 Dairy
• What time of day to take certain Vitamins 
• Today's feelgood thing 

The Key Moments in this episode are:

00:01:30 - sweaty-observer at the gym 

00:03:20 - Sam weight update

00:04:30 - oat milk

00:08:37- cooking veggies in the microwave

00:12:55 - A2 Dairy 

00:17:05 - peeling an orange 

Today’s episode is one of my favourite ones to date.

Comedian Debra DiGiovanni is quite frankly, an icon.  Her humour, honesty and vulnerability were a few of the MANY reasons I wanted her to come on this show.

And while I knew she would make for a wonderful guest, I had no idea that we’d dive into the nitty, gritty and messy fun like we did in this hour.  I hope you get as much out of this conversation as I did. 

We're covering:

• how "Video on Trial" and Debra's Comedy career came to be 
• calling out childhood bullies on stage
• Debra's relationship with confidence, and how she deals with fear
• sobriety declarations and finding what works for you (and revelations from both of us)
• online bullying
• a HUGE red flag in relationships
• Debra's take on living in Los Angeles 
• Debra's  feelgood thing

A little about Debra:
Debra DiGiovanni is a multiple award-winning comedian. You know her from shows like Video on Trial, Last Comic Standing, Last One Laughing Canada - she’s performed on Conan and has multiple specials on Amazon Prime, Netflix and Crave. Her album, Lady Jazz, earned her Top Ten Comedy Albums of the Year in 2019 and a JUNO Award nomination. She tours all over the world with her comedy, and today she is making a pitstop on this show . . .  

Debra's IG: @debgradg

DISCLAIMER: In this episode we talk substance abuse and addiction, please listen with caution or skip this episode if it's not the right time. 

*Note: this episode was recorded on Oct 4, 2023

The Key Moments in this episode are:

00:03:20 - pronouncing last name's correctly 

00:05:45 - Video on Trail 

00:18:20 - Debra's Bully Moment

00:20:20 - Creating Material 

00:23:45 - Debra's Relationship with Confidence

00:27:53 - Debra on Fear

00:38:30 - Kyle and Debra talk sobriety declarations and finding what works for you

00:46:50 - fear of offending and making necessary changes to comedy

00:55:26 - the difference between that hate given to men vs women comics 

00:56:35 - Red Flag if you're dating a guy who says women aren't funny 

01:00:35 - Debra's feelgoodthing

01:03:010 -  Epilogue 

The health of our eyes is something we might not consider until we have to (like so many other things we  may take for granted).  But whether it's for yourself and the longevity of your vision, or someone you know who's worried about their eyes - this episode is worth a listen.

In today's episode, we're talking about some key nutritional considerations when it comes to supporting the health of the two big balls in our head, in addition to some lifestyle management tips when it comes to screen time. 

We're covering:

• the key factor driving eye problems
• sugar's role
• key antioxidants and how to absorb them 
• top food and supplement recommendation
• todays feelgood thing - why Marley & Me pushed me over the edge 

Supplement Mentioned: Blue Berry Strong by Nordic Naturals
Free Computer Program: https://justgetflux.com/

The Key Moments in this episode are:

00:01:20 - annoying green juicers 

00:04:08 - leading conditions 

00:05:20 - oxidative stress 

00:08:50 - best way to absorb antioxidants 

00:11:05 - supplement recommendation

00:15:00 - todays feelgood thing

Lately, there has been an increasingly alarming number of rude people I've come across. This week - for whatever reason - the moon, the water, the air, it's been one rude interaction after another.

Some days, they don't really bother me. Other days, they can hijak my entire day and drain my energy. Please tell me this sounds familar.

So in today's episode -  we've got a lot going on. We're diving into all things RUDE. Plus we're calling my good friend  Jordan Gavaris (who is also a wonderful actor you've seen in shows like Orphan Black and The Lake) who, like me, also was dealing with rude people this week. 

And then, we're diving into some considerations when it comes to rude people, and some questions to ask ourselves if they're getting to us more than they normally do. 

We're walking FULL ON into the messy, and it's a fun one.

Today we're covering: 

• "whoooeewww are you?" rude introductions
• calling the US government 
• the rating scale
• questions to ask ourselves
• nutritional considerations (yes there are some!)
• today's feelgoodthing - baggage collection

Jordan's IG - @jordangavaris

The Key Moments in this Episode are:

00:02:00 - feelgoodery featured on apple podcasts, a thank you

00:04:20 - the thing about epilogues, and this show

00:11:30 - let's call Jordan!

00:22:40 - consideration #1: rate people 

00:25:25 - considerations #2: questions to ask 

00:26:305 - consideration #3: nutritional considerations

00:30:10 - today's feelgood thing: baggage 

I’ve been doing something I shouldn’t have been doing lately, I’ve been reading the comment section. The nutrition and wellness space is so confusing, and extreme, filled with so much click bait. 

I've mentioned before that I have a love/hate relationship with this industry.

So in today’s episode, I’m letting that built-up frustration out and going on a little rant. 

No screaming, I promise!!  But there are some points I’d like to make. So pull up a chair and let’s get to it!

Today we’re covering:

• Procrastination 
• My tipping point
• Experts dismissing other experts
• Extreme documentaries 
• Other modalities  and they're place in healing 
• Today’s feelgoodthing 

Chris Kresser Healthy User Bias Article:
https://chriskresser.com/why-you-should-be-skeptical-of-the-latest-nutrition-headlines-part-1/

The Key Moments in this Episode are:

00:01:07 - work procrastination  

00:04:05 - rude people claiming to be kind 

00:06:55 - reading the comments 

00:10:205- why nutrition methods works for some and not others

00:14:20 - healthy user bias 

00:18:30 - my thoughts on supplements

00:21:05 - today's feelgood thing: pulling that damn ingrown hair 

If you deal or have dealt with back pain, you know how horrid it can be, and how it can zap all of your resources, and any ounce of "good mood" left in you. 

Back Pain is something I struggle with off and on because of a disk issue, but as of late it has been ESPECIALLY brutal. 

So in today's episode, I'm breaking down some nutritional and supplemental strategies I use myself to support my body's ability to bounce back as quickly as possible.

We're covering:

• dreams
• top foods to avoid when my back goes out
• top foods to include
• Arnica and my personal protocol for using it
• Sleep and Pain supportive drink to have before bed
• Today's feelgood thing and the power of scent
  
  The Key Moments in this Episode are:
  
  00:02:11 - other people's dreams 
  
  00:10:00 - first tip 
  
  00:09:40 -September pressure 
  
  00:12:20 - nutritional shift
  
  00:15:53 - why raspberries are pain food   
  
  00:16:40 - Arnica
  
  00:22:15 - feelgood thing 

Traffic tests us like few other things can. I was tested today and I FULLY failed, and my rage got the better of me. SO why not share it with the world! 

The thing is, we all lose our tempers now and again. But if you sit in traffic a lot, or are highly reactive whenever you DO sit in traffic - that can start to take a real toll on the body. 

So in today's episode, in addition to sharing what happened to me on the road a few hours ago, we're going to talk about some strategies we can use when we're stuck in traffic so that it doesn't send our cortisol flying. 

Today we're covering:

• my fuming traffic anger that showed it's face today
• why getting angry in traffic screws us over twice
• how traffic can make your mind stronger in your normal day-to-day
• four strategies to use to make traffic tolerable
• today's feelgood thing: cancelled plans 

The Key Moments in this Episode are:

00:02:00 - patience 

00:04:20 - traffic rage storytime

00:010:00 -the factor that affects your body sitting in traffic 

00:12:50- snack of choice to keep in the glove compartment 

00:18:45 - lion's breath

00:22:55 - feelgood thing 

00:24:05 - closing epilogue 

Welcome to Season 2!!  And Happy September - a time where some  people can feel really motivated . . . others, not so much.  This time of year can elicit a lot of anxiety, and self-induced pressure. Especially if you're feeling a little lost.

With that, rather than overwhelming ourselves with a laundry list of goals this time of year, today I'm sharing 3 underrated, baseline goals to strive for instead.  These goals will not only help your body on a physiological level, but also on an emotional one - so you approach the 'new year' ahead from a more grounded standpoint. 

In today's episode we're covering:

• why our childhood back to school routine can really mess us up as adults 
• that teacher we all loved
• 3 baseline goals to supercharge your year ahead
• Rapid Fire tips for sleep & regularity (including tips not previously shared!)
• NEW SEGMENT for season 2 - today's feelgood thing 

Breath Experts to check out:
Wim Hoff  - https://www.wimhofmethod.com/
Patrick McKeown - https://oxygenadvantage.com/
Book recommendation: "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art" by James Nestor

The Key Moments in this Episode are:

00:02:00 - new chair

00:07:15 - gradeschool benchmarks

00:09:40 -September pressure 

00:13:50 - nasal breathing is necessary 

00:21:29 - rapid fire sleep tips  

00:26:005 - rapid fire regularity tips 

00:29:50 - feelgood thing - why hidden toilet paper is thrilling