If you have ever felt exhausted, “off,” or like something just isn’t right in your body, but you didn’t know what it was, this episode is for you.

In this heartfelt conversation, I share the first part of my Hashimoto’s journey: the years leading up to my diagnosis, the quiet signs I ignored, and the moment everything shifted. I open up about the patterns I carried for decades, over-giving, people-pleasing, pushing through exhaustion and how they showed up in my body long before I had a name for it.

I also break down, in plain language, what hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s are, how they affect your energy, mood, and overall health, and why so many women go undiagnosed for years. This episode is about listening to your body, honoring your needs, and recognizing when it’s time to slow down.

By listening, you will gain:

✨ Insight into the early signs of thyroid dysfunction and Hashimoto’s

✨ Understanding of how our habits, stress, and lifestyle impact autoimmune health

✨ Reflection questions to help you tune into what your body has been asking for

✨ A sense of connection and reassurance—you’re not alone

I invite you to join me, sit for a moment, and explore your own body’s whispers alongside me. Together, we can step into awareness, self-care, and a deeper understanding of what it truly means to prioritize our wellbeing.

Next week, I will share Part Two: my journey to feeling better and reclaiming my energy, and the practices that are helping me take control of my Hashimoto’s.

This week on Rooted in the River, I sit down with my dear friend, Pamela Saulters, a mother whose story will touch your heart in ways you won’t forget.

Imagine watching a growth on your child's neck get bigger and bigger and then learning your child has cancer. At just three years old, Pamela’s daughter was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma that required surgery, chemotherapy, and intense radiation.

What followed was a journey no parent imagines they will ever walk: years of treatment, fear, courage, and an unbreakable bond between a mother and her child.

Today, eleven years later, her daughter is fifteen and cancer-free. Pam opens her heart and shares what those years were like, the moments that broke her open, the miracles they witnessed, and the ways she kept showing up with strength she didn’t know she had.

This conversation is for anyone who has been touched by childhood cancer, whether as a parent, family member, friend, colleague, or loving witness.

Pam shares her journey to remind others you are not along, offers wisdom on what to say, what not to say, and how we can truly support those walking through what feels unimaginable.

Grab a Kleenex, find a quiet moment, and join us for this tender, powerful conversation.

Sending so much love to Pam, her daughter, and every family navigating a childhood cancer journey.❤️

In this deeply personal solo episode, I take you with me on a journey across parts of Europe, a journey that became far more than a vacation.

From walking alone through Paris in a torrential downpour, to standing barefoot beside a turquoise lake in the Swiss Alps, to reconnecting with my brother in Munich after four long years… this trip became a doorway back to myself.

At 48, I found myself in a quiet chapter, my daughter grown, the house calmer, the pace slowing , and with that quiet came the honest question so many women face in midlife:

Who am I now, and what do I want?

This episode is the story of what happened when I listened to that question and said yes to my first solo adventure. It’s a story about courage, curiosity, unexpected emotions, and the life-changing moments that arrive when we stop rushing, stop performing, and start trusting ourselves again.

If you are a woman in transition, craving space, longing to reconnect with yourself, or wondering if you’re allowed to want more, this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

Come walk with me through Freiburg, Luzern, the Swiss Alps, Munich, and Paris… and discover what happens when a woman gives herself permission to wander, expand, and come home changed.

As we mark one year of Rooted in the River Podcast, I could not imagine a more meaningful conversation to share.

In this episode, I welcome back Christina Bianchini for a heartfelt exploration of loneliness, connection, and what it means to feel truly seen.

Christina has a beautiful gift for bringing people together , helping others find clarity, direction, and a sense of fulfillment in the middle of busy and distracted lives. Through her in-person workshops and grounded wisdom, she supports people in reconnecting with themselves, others, and their communities.

Together, we talk about the power of slowing down, noticing what really matters, and remembering that you don’t have to do this alone.

This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and reach for the connections that nourish your soul.

About Christina

Christina Bianchini is a Registered Professional Counsellor, international speaker, relationship expert, and seasoned facilitator with a passion for bringing powerful personal development experiences to Prince George. As founder of Repiphany Counselling, she has led many transformative local events including Ignite 2016, Ignite 2017, Connected Conversations, 2020 Vision, and Relationship Revolution. Known for her humor, authenticity, and engaging style, Christina inspires audiences to embrace connection, purpose, and authentic living.

You can learn more about Christina and her workshops, check out www.instagram.com/repiphany_counselling or www.repiphany.com

Something magical happens when women come together.

When we step out of the noise, slow down, and allow ourselves to be seen, not for what we do, but for who we are.

In this heartfelt episode of Rooted in the River, I am sharing reflections from my Evenings by the River series... three beautiful gatherings where women came together under the stars to reflect, release, and reimagine their paths forward.

Without sharing the sacred details of what was spoken, I open up about what I witnessed:

✨ The healing power of community

✨ The courage that unfolds in safe, woman-centered spaces

✨ The transformation that happens when we realize we are not alone

You’ll also learn more about the “alone pattern”, a common experience among women who have learned to do it all, often at the expense of their own well-being, and how gathering with others can begin to shift that story.

Whether you have been feeling isolated, overextended, or yearning for connection, this episode will remind you of something ancient and true:

We are meant to gather.

We are meant to be seen.

We are meant to rise together.

So come join me by the river and let’s remember what’s possible when women come home to themselves, and to each other.

In this deeply moving episode, Emily Budac opens her heart to share the story of losing her husband, Vince, suddenly in 2023, and the powerful journey that followed. With two young children and a family business to carry forward, Emily found herself navigating immense grief while slowly rediscovering who she is beneath it all.

But this is not only a story about loss. It is about the courage to choose yourself again, to let joy and sorrow coexist, and to honor the quiet moments of becoming.

Emily’s adventurous spirit, her deep gratitude, and her willingness to speak truthfully about grief and healing invite us all to reflect on our own lives, where we may be called to slow down, to listen inward, and to make small choices that honor our authentic selves.

Whether you have experienced loss, change, or a season of deep transformation, this episode will remind you that healing is not about returning to who you were, it’s about growing into who you are meant to become.

After five months away, I am back at the mic for a brand new season of Rooted in the River. In this episode, I share why I pressed pause, what I discovered about tying my worth to being busy, and the lessons that surfaced when I gave myself permission to slow down.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep going, to do it all, or to measure your value by how much you achieve, this conversation is for you.

What you’ll walk away with:

-Gentle permission to pause when you need to.

-Reflection prompts to help you notice what’s truly important in your season of life.

-A reminder that your worth isn’t tied to doing, but to simply being.

Do you ever find yourself saying yes when every part of you wanted to say no? Maybe you don’t want to disappoint someone, maybe you want to be liked, or maybe it just feels easier in the moment. But with every yes, your time, your energy, and your joy slowly slip away.

This episode is for the woman with a big, beautiful heart who is constantly giving, often to the point of exhaustion. You may be successful on the outside, but inside you feel stretched thin, disconnected from yourself, and wishing there was more space for the things that truly light you up.

As a recovering people-pleaser, I’ll share pieces of my own story, along with gentle invitations for you to reflect on your yeses. Together, we’ll talk about the risks of too many yeses, the freedom that comes from a loving no, and how to start stretching the “no muscle.”

You’ll walk away with:

✨ Awareness of why you’re saying yes, and what’s really behind it.

✨ A compassionate perspective on your patterns, without judgment or shame.

✨ Practical ways to practice saying no, so you can create space for what matters most.

Take a deep breath. You are safe. You are enough. And you don’t have to say yes to everything to be loved.

In this deeply honest and empowering episode, I sit down with Cara Roberts, co-owner of Prince George’s own Active Body Nutrition, for a real conversation about what it really looks like to prioritize your health and wellness while navigating life’s messier seasons.

Cara shares her journey of becoming a new mom, losing herself in the weight of expectations, and how one small step toward fitness changed everything. Her story is one of resilience, self-compassion, and learning to fuel not just the body—but the soul.

Together, we talk about:

✨ The emotional side of health and how to start gently

✨ Why it's okay to not have it all figured out

✨ Making movement simple and meals nourishing

✨ Choosing supplements that actually support you

✨ Letting go of influencer noise and tuning into what you need

✨ And the power of community—because you don’t have to do this alone

Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for a change, this episode will inspire you to meet yourself with more grace and begin exactly where you are.

You’ll walk away with practical tips, soulful encouragement, and the reminder that your health is worth showing up for—one step at a time.

In this episode of Rooted in the River, I’m sharing a deeply personal journey of stepping into my brilliance—how I moved through self-doubt, let go of external validation, and embraced the impact I am meant to make. If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid to claim your gifts, or unsure if your voice matters, this episode is for you. I’ll take you behind the scenes of my transformation and the powerful work I now do with my clients, plus the inspiration behind Stepping Into Brilliance, my 7-week program designed to help women step into their power.

✨ You are not broken. You are brilliant. And it’s time to shine. ✨

Listen now and take the next step toward your own transformation.

To join our 7 week journey to Step into Your Brilliance, head to www.rootedintheriver.com/workshops

Thank you for tuning in!