IT'S WILD PODCAST

 L&J // This week Lulu and Jana are having an open and fluid conversation about some topics that have been coming up for them lately. They chat about mental and physical health in regards to trauma and emotions, modern day relationship expectations, habits, the importance of taking care of the nervous system, and how trauma is stored in the body. L&J both consider themselves to be highly sensitive people which is something that neither of them used to identify with, but as they've gotten older and watched themselves experience their triggers and work through their trauma they have both realized that they do have strong emotions and hyper vigilant nervous systems which both need to be protected and prioritized in their day to day lives as well as in relationship. L&J discuss why the "burnout" culture and people  believing that everything needs to be comfortable is actually creating a lot of self entitlement and laziness because goals, growth and hard work are actually often really uncomfortable situations and that isn't necessarily a bad thing. L&J are also reviewing the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, which opened their eyes to a lot of ways they could be doing things differently in their lives. 

We also talk about:

• Being okay with discomfort on your journey of achieving your goals
• How to create habits that feel good for you
• How to be more productive
• Society not wanting to work for the things they really want 
• Choosing toxic partners due to childhood trauma
• Why an unanswered text is modern day silent treatment 
• Not needing to fit into a box when it comes to marriage and kids
• Breaking negative feedback loops

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Mentioned in episode:

Jana's Breathwork Practitioner Blythe

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Soundcloud Audiobook link 

THE INTERVIEW // We are back! L & J are having a deeply important conversation with Amy Koppelman writer and director of  A Mouthful Of Air starring Amanda Seyfried and Finn Whitrock. A Mouthful of Air, based on Amy's critically acclaimed 2003 novel of the same name, the story follows Julie's struggle with postpartum depression and with it a suicide attempt, Julies husband and the people in her life attempt to help her but quickly realize that they can't relate to what Julie is going through because they are not living her experience.
 
Postpartum depression is a topic that few want to tackle and bring up, it is an infinitely complex, and can present itself out of nowhere in many women. It's not an easy story but it's an important and heartbreakingly beautiful novel and film.

We also talk about..

• The stigma surrounding asking for help
• The conditioning that women are taught to "just smile" and be "pretty" and "proper" and how that is leading to women being afraid to allow themselves to ask for support
• The pressure that many mothers feel to hold their entire family together while they are simultaneously unraveling themselves
• The shame that women feel surrounding motherhood, and the mental health challenges that come with it
• The struggle that women face in wanting to trust men but being conditioned to always protect themselves, to walk in pairs, to carry pepper spray, to  cross the street, to guard their drinks
• Why society needs to stop making excuses for the actions of men
• How childhood trauma gets carried into our adult lives and how to break the trauma cycle and loop for our own children

A Mouthful of Air The Film
Amy's Instagram

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Resources:
Postpartum Support Society
Crisis Centre and Suicide Prevention BC
Crisis Services Canada
Canada Suicide Prevention Hotline: 833-456-4566
USA National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

A SOLO // God placed on Jana's heart to use her platforms to speak about her experience with  abortion, abusive relationship, sexual assault, miscarriage + the mental, emotional, physical trauma that comes with it. She shares her view on abortion being a hot button political issue of our time, she sugarcoats nothing; as the topic is currently all over social media/the news due to the abortion law that just took effect in the state of Texas. But this is also her testimony because God’s hand is not always immediately obvious in our lives, with trials we easily wonder “why did this happen?”. Jana realized that God was preparing her for such a time as this + He uses every circumstance for good. This topic is huge, controversial af, triggering, which is why Jana combines her own experience with stats, resources + all types of perspectives to keep the chat fluid, and flexible.

Jana also talks about..

• shame, guilt, trauma, and grief related to getting an abortion
• abusive relationships
• molar pregnancy + miscarriage
• her abortion clinic experience
• reproductive rights + abortion rates
• reversing roe + Texas abortion law
• Canada's abortion law stats + history 
• how you can help support women's choice
• how God brought her out of this challenging season

Resources:

If you need immediate crisis support, counselling and justice assistance CALL 604-255-6344. Women Against Violence Against Women (WAVAW) offers trauma-informed feminist support to survivors of sexualized violence. Their services are open to cis and trans women and people of all marginalized genders, including Two-Spirit, trans, and non-binary people.  

Donate to WAVAW and a future free from violence #ShiftingSocietyTogether

Donate to the Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada (ARCC), the only nation-wide political pro-choice group devoted to ensuring abortion rights and access, to represent all Canadian women and transgender people who support reproductive rights and justice.

Netflix Documentary Reversing Roe


Other Resources:

Instagram: @jana.wollesen

Attend Jana's Empowerment Event for Women Divine Feminine Expression Sept 26, 2pm @ The Garden Strathcona, only 3 tickets left!

Interested in Life Coaching with Jana ? Email: [email protected]

Have a Graphic Design Project you're looking to get done ? Email: [email protected]

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THE INTERVIEW // We are having an in depth Self-Love Alchemy/Relational Artistry  conversation with Kelsey Grant. We discuss what we are lacking as a whole in the intimacy department, how to have a healthy relationship with our emotions, healing trauma while in a relationship vs on our own, setting boundaries with our partner, choosing ourselves/our path even if that means letting go of someone and being available to receive our desires. Taking self responsibility when it comes to showing up wholesome in your relationship, being able to part ways when you realize you no longer align, and not shaming your baggage requires vulnerability and courage, but courage and vulnerability aren't mutually exclusive.

We also talk about..

• becoming the partner you desire for yourself first
• the Feminine wound 
• blocked intimacy 
• the masculine and feminine parts within ourselves 
• choosing someone from a place of fullness
• deconditioning + being self expressed in our emotions
• giving too many chances + being hooked into fantasies 
• taking ownership of your baggage
• being more open to love

Resources: www.legendaryloveacademy.com
Instagram: @radicalselflove

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THE INTERVIEW // Before getting into our conversation with expert jeweler, gemologist and founder of Kingdom Fine Jewelry Natasha Peck, we share our views on societal pressure when it comes to getting engaged, weddings, marriage; where we are currently at with our priorities and why aligned values are more important than romanticizing getting married. Kingdom Fine Jewelry, based in Vancouver, was founded by Natasha Peck and her partner Dylan Lee. Together they create affordable, vintage, alternative engagement rings to cater to the trend of people wanting to purchase unique, uncommon pieces. Their rings have been worn by celebrities such as Ryan Reynolds, Lucy Hale and were featured in and recommended by @GQstyle. We chat about the process of ethically sourcing gems and recycled metals, how the pandemic has affected romantic relationships and advice for anyone thinking of getting engaged.

We also talk about..

• the traditional 3-month salary guideline gone completely out the window
• advice on how to choose the right ring and stay within your financial means
• the emotions and energy during men and women picking their rings
• societal standards, timelines, and pressures surrounding marriage 
• becoming less traditional creating a partnership
• being emotionally/spiritually ready for marriage
• being aligned with your partners values, goals and priorities
• weddings becoming more private again due to the pandemic 

Resources: www.kingdomfinejewelry.com
Instagram: @kingdomjewelry
The Engagement Ring Collection: @arroyojewelry

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L&J // This week Lulu and Jana are sharing what they do to avoid burnout and what self care during this current phase of life looks like for them. They discuss that self care can be (and is) getting enough sleep, nourishing your body, and doing face masks but it is also distancing yourself from drama, saying no when you don’t want to do something, ending toxic friendships, knowing when something isn’t serving you anymore, and avoiding mindless consumption. L&J also have an announcement for all of you on this weeks ep, the pod will be taking a mini hiatus after the 100th episode drops in September, the girls are giving themselves a break recharge, reassess and redefine what they want for the podcast.

We also talk about:

• L&J’s self care rituals
• Why the time limit feature on your iPhone should be your new bff
• Taking breaks from people and things
• The importance of days off
• How to tell if a friendship/relationship is negative in nature
• Why it’s important to reassess your relationships often to prioritize your own mental health & happiness
• How L&J have been feeling about the podcast + the future of It’s Wild

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Join September Book Club, we are reading "In The Flo" by Alisa Vitti

Attend Divine Feminine Expression Event 6.0 Sept 26, 2pm @ The Garden Strathcona, only 5 tickets left!

Mentioned in episode:

ZO Exfoliating Polish

Skinceuticals Phyto Corrective Gel

Sukin Organic Rosehip Oil

ZO Daily Power Defense 

Vitalproteins Wellness Gummies 

Oasis Adaptogens Not Coffee Adaptogen Powder + Balance Adaptogen Blend Supplement

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THE INTERVIEW // L&J are chatting with Sloane Elizabeth, a holistic wellness coach who specializes in helping women release food fears, restrictions, and diets so that they can experience lasting food freedom. Sloane uses a combination of nutritional science with deep subconscious healing to help her clients and audience eat with love & intuition - which we are so here for! She shares her journey with finding food freedom and why her story is the reason she is so passionate about what she does. We discuss why disordered eating and food fear is usually not about the food itself but something much deeper, and how you can begin to uncover the root of your issues with food to heal them and get to a place of peace and freedom with food and your body. Sloane also shares what "intuitive eating" means to her and why the intuitive eating movement isn't always promoting the correct things. 

We also talk about..

• The spiritual side of our relationship with food and body
• How the energy we get from food can either be positive or negative
• Why stressing about consuming certain "less healthy" foods actually does more harm than actually consuming the foods 
• Why the root of food fear is usually a need to be in control
• How the "wellness influencer" industry can actually be toxic
• How to get more protein in your day
• Hacks for shopping/cooking for 1 person

Resources: www.sloane-elizabeth.com
Instagram: @sloaneelizabeth
Buy Sloane's E-Book

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Mentioned in the episode:
The Archetype Diet by Dana James

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L&J // We are giving you a life update; Lulu shares her upcoming work/career changes and Jana opens up about the toxic relationship she just got out of and how she is going to keep herself accountable when it comes to red flags when dating. We discuss the Netflix Show "Sex Life", share our excitement on a new pod sponsor, and Lulu explains the fertility tracking method. 

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Mentioned in episode:

Monica Yates @monicayateshealth

Feminine as F*ck Podcast 177: Sex Life (Part 2) | Clit stimulation, the shower scene (IYKYK) & addiction vs feeling safe

Jana's fave tune: Essence (feat. Tems) - WizKid, Tems

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L & J // This week we are answering all of your questions; from what we look for in a guy, our morning routines to what we would tell ourselves 5 years ago. Chatting about how our relationships with our bodies have shifted, why being unapologetically you is the sexiest thing and why  a 65 year old cougar sipping wine on the Amalfi coast flirting with hot Italian men is our spirit animal.

We also talk about..

• Hardest challenge we have overcome in our lives
• Advice for a long distance relationship
• How to feel sexy in your body, where to take the confidence from to express yourself in a feminine way
• Go to crying songs
• Thoughts on sexting
• How your dating "type" can and should evolve as you do

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THE INTERVIEW // We are chatting with Kaylee Astle, serial entrepreneur and co-founder of Vegano Foods, an ethically sourced meal kit and grocery delivery service here in Vancouver. She shares what inspires her daily, how a plant-based diet has transformed her life, advice for entrepreneurs and her different experiences working with a failing business vs a start up. Her passion for scaling businesses and 18 hour workdays is admirable, oh and she made the 30 under 30 list, nbd! 

We also talk about..

• misconceptions when it comes to veganism
• regretting the things you don't do
• why it's important to tell people what your goals are
• anxiety management routines
• niche-ing

Resources: www.veganofoods.com
Instagram: @veganofoods_ | @kayleeal

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Vital Proteins Wellness Gummies