Tardigrade Talks

In this episode, accomplished TV broadcaster and blogger, Krissy Vann, talks about perseverance and gratitude; happy accidents and the incredible experiences that come from them; what female empowerment can look like within a career in the media and as a motorcyclist; the worthwhile benefits of journaling as a form of self-reflection; and how impactful it can be to challenge yourself and your beliefs about what you think you are capable of.

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In this episode, award-winning keynote speaker and performing artist Victoria Maxwell, talks about mental illness and strategies to counter the stigma when receiving a diagnosis. What day to day self-care truly means and looks like. And how a desire to find someone to identify with, paved the way for an impactful keynote speaker and author to expose the realities of mental illness in a raw, authentic and relatable way.

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In this episode, award-winning CTV reporter, Michele Brunoro, shares how she spent her childhood listening to talk radio and daydreaming of becoming a reporter. The Emotional impact that comes with experiencing and sharing other people’s raw and heartfelt stories and the passion behind providing a voice through storytelling for others. The value in using exercise, movement, and nature to shift your focus. And the resilience that requires to endure and survive being diagnosed with an extremely aggressive form of breast cancer.

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In this episode, famous comedian Jessica Holmes chats with Dr. Joti Samra about a mother’s honest experience through depression and how impactful and essential little everyday steps and choices can be for recovery. How capturing and holding onto humour, especially during our darkest days, can provide perspective. And the power and strength in asking for help and setting boundaries in both life and career.

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In this episode, Carla Catherwood chats with Dr. Joti Samra about the impact of unexpected life experiences and how they can be traumatic and yet the start of something magical. How embodying confidence and femininity can be expressed through dance. And what it takes to devote your life to spreading love, confidence and acceptance to people through movement.

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In this episode, entrepreneur Ria Kitsch, talks about the value of communication and opportunity focused interactions, while navigating an entrepreneurial lifestyle intertwined with family. How balancing business and employee development with personal and family development is possible through shared goals. What it entails to begin sustainable wine production from the ground up and what it truly means to create memories on a bottle, that can be shared in celebration with food, family and friends.

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In our second episode, actor, producer and filmmaker Atish Ram, chats with Dr. Joti about his 54 day hospital stay in the ICU with COVID-19, the cruel acts of racism he faced as a young immigrant child, initiating a three year lawsuit against his employer due to the discrimination he faced and how his passion for philanthropy grew out of his own experiences with having a child with a chronic health condition.

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The award-winning journalist, Mia Gordon, tells her story about her varied roles and careers – from tennis player to sports broadcaster, award winning journalist, reporter, climate change activist, and so much more. She exposes the rollercoaster of emotions she experienced with her husband in the ICU due to a traumatic mountain biking accident – all while in midst of a global pandemic. She shares her experience about the seemingly endless days of not knowing, restrictions, and isolation. Mia shares strategies for her mental health that have helped her get through the hardships and trauma she has endured, including the critical role nature plays in her overall wellness.  She talks about the passion behind her blog,  her career and the story that brought her where she is today.

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Hello & welcome! My name is Dr. Joti Samra. I’m a practising registered clinical psychologist - and also the Clinic Founder of Dr. Joti Samra & Associates, a full suite clinical counselling practice group, as well as the CEO and Founder of MyWorkplaceHealth, a global consultancy on psychological health and safety in the workplace.

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Hello and welcome to Tardigrade Talks!

I’m your host, Dr. Joti Samra, and this is a podcast for anyone interested in cultivating greater psychological health, wellness & resilience. In each episode, I’ll share authentic and thought-provoking conversations with inspiring guests along with evidence-based skills, strategies and approaches you can use to cope with the stresses of life and enhance your personal and workplace resilience.

Episodes guests will range from firefighters, to CEO’s, to retired individuals, media personalities, yoga instructors, cancer survivors, and individuals who have struggled with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse challenges, racism, trauma, bipolar disorder and beyond.

We face trials, challenges and change daily, and I believe that we are wired to not just survive, but thrive in the face of adversity. We are all resilient and we can actively, intentionally and mindfully create resilience in ourselves daily. Join me in learning from the many brave individuals who share their stories through each episode just how tough we truly are.