The First Step

In this episode I had the pleasure to chat with a dear old friend of mine who consistently follows her heart and ends up having the most wonderful adventures. She has always been an inspiration for me because I have watched her over the years jump into something completely new (again and again) and create the most amazing experiences for herself and her children. She isn't scared to try something new. She doesn't hesitate to follow a creative impulse. And here in this episode she talks about her life and will inspire you too!

Thanks Octavia and to you listeners for pursuing the Path with heart!

In this episode I speak with Anita Roy who has inspired me to speak my truth. She is a beautiful, intelligent and interesting soul who shares with us a bit about her story. She has chosen to live life on her own terms and will inspire you to step outside of what is expected of us. Her bravery and courage is contagious.  

It was my pleasure to host Joan Randolph to tell her story of health and healing. She declined chemotherapy after her surgery and is alive and thriving and here to tell her story. She inspires us to ask questions. She shows us how it is possible to choose. She is proof that it is possible to follow your heart and we are capable of carving our own path. I wanted to share her story to inspire others to take responsibility for their own health and to question recommended healthcare treatments. This episode is NOT to say healthcare treatments are good or bad, just to say... we have a choice. Our health and our bodies are ours to manage and no one should feel there is only one option. We are powerful beings with the ability to heal. I hope Joan's story will empower you and inspire you to think about how you want to manage and handle your own health struggles.

In this episode my dear friend Halima Rogers and I discuss simple things we can do to help ourselves transition into fall.  

One of the simple practices we discuss is oiling the body. Have a listen for some simple tips that anyone can do to help themselves feel well through the changing seasons.  

As per our discussion here is a list of books that might help anyone learn more about these practices and the ancient healing system of Ayurveda.

Perfect Health for Kids by Dr. John Douillard

Ayurveda: Nature’s Medicine by Dr. David Frawley and Dr. Subhash Ranade

The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies by Vasant Lad, B.A.M.S., M.A.Sc.

The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine by Dr. David Frawley and Dr. Vasant Lad

If you live on Vancouver Island, or Vancouver you can find the most incredible Olive Oil - Oro Del Desierto from my friend Judy. 

Email to find out more about her incredible products that she imports from Spain from a family farm.

www.spangold.org

In this episode I discuss creative cluster and sacred circles as written about in the book the Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. I am going to move through this 12 week journey with a group of people starting September 18th. You still have time to join if you want to and I will post a link below to join.

But mostly this episode is for those of you who have already signed up. I recorded it to be sure to touch on what we are here to do for each other and how important it is to respect and honor each other during this process.

Please have a listen. I look forward to seeing you on the weekly Zoom calls and sharing discussion with you in the online platform you have access to once you sign up.

https://jil.mykajabi.com/offers/PbvEaKi2

I wanted to record an episode to highlight how nourished I felt after my girls weekend away. I hope this episode will inspire you to surround yourself with people that lift you up. Take time to get away. Do things you love; that fill your spirit.

Enjoy!

Links I mention in this episode:

Shani's Home Grown Living Foods: www.homegrownlivingfoods.ca

Lovena's Spices, Teas, and more: www.gatheringplacetrading.com

Get in touch with me: [email protected]

or check out my website: www.yogajil.com

I really enjoyed this conversation with Claire Lafferty. We discuss judgement, responsibility, taking small actions, making space, taking time to sit, and asking questions about how we make the change we all want to see.

Have a listen and let me know what you think.  Do you have other ideas about how we can create the world we want to see?

Want the checklist for health and wellness? Click on my website to get your copy for free.

www.yogajil.com

Want to practice breath awareness? Follow this guided practice.

Or need some conscious relaxation to make some space inside yourself? Here is a guided Savasana.

Want to know more about Claire? Check here out here!

Have a listen to Greg pull some stories out of me about my journey. We touch on my time in India, Krishnamurti, Yoga, forest bathing, time in nature, Spirituality and other life lessons.  It was a pleasure to discuss my story with Greg and I hope that me telling some of it inspires others to reconnect with Spirit, Self and lead others in a direction of peace and wellness.  Greg even pulled out of me a secret dream I have of being a comedian! Thank you Greg for helping me to let my light S H I N E. I hope you all are inspired to also shine your light. Share your gifts!

Want to do Yoga with me?

www.yogajil.com

or write me:

[email protected]

Want to take a Vipassina Meditation course:

www.dhamma.org

What a tender topic! 

It was my pleasure to talk with Mehdi Darvish about his approach to therapy. After using talk therapy, play therapy and art therapy for over 14 years, Medhi came across Somatic Sex Education and Sexological Bodywork.

Listen to him describe how he integrates touch into his healing therapy work. 

We discuss how he creates a safe space to do this work and how it works.

If you want to know more about Medhi's approach, or see other resources listed on his site, check it out here:

https://thetouchingcure.com/

I asked Greg if he wanted to be on my podcast, and being the super creative soul that he is, he said YES... but! Why don't we do something different and I interview you. I love getting out of my comfort zone, and so agreed to his proposal and this episode is a 50/50 split of us interviewing each other.

We explore a little of my past, what Canada must have been like for the early immigrants, we discuss creativity and also the benefits of Yoga.

I hope you enjoy this candid conversation and feel inspired to explore your own creativity.

To see more of Greg's amazing collage art work, check him out on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/addictedtocollage/?hl=en