The Why Moments

The Why Moments

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The Why Moments episodes

  • 10. Christian Avendano (Lack of Career Success Leading Into Grad School, Building Communities and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Through The BounceBack B.C. Program)
    Thank you for tuning into episode #10 of The Why Moments Podcast.
    In this episode, I interviewed Christian Avendano who is a moderator for the Living Room Series and he lives in Vancouver, Canada.
    Christian shares his story of his journey in lack of career successes that were great fit but didn't end up working for him. He had many jobs from working in the government, in post secondary and politics. These moments forced him to reflect on what kind of career he wanted and led him to go to grad school in Public Policy. Then, we get into a conversation of his mental health struggles and currently working with cognitive behavioral therapy and how he was able to dive into this via the BounceBack B.C. program. He is also passionate about what communities mean to him and why they're important.
    I loved this conversation and thank you Christian for being so vulnerable and open with your story. 
    "It gets easier. Everyday it gets a little easier - but you gotta do it everyday - that's the hard part. But it does get easier" BoJack Horseman
    BounceBack Program: https://bouncebackbc.ca/
    Connect with Christian:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cavendano.92
    Connect with me:
    Share Your "Why" Story: http://thewhymoments.com 
    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    48 min
  • 9. Natalie Cheung (TED-Ed Speaker, An Award Winning Leader Who Took An Early Career Sabbatical That Led To More Self-Confidence, Career Change and Learning How To Say No)

    Thank you for tuning into episode #9 of The Why Moments Podcast. 

    In this episode, I interviewed Natalie Cheung who lives in London, United Kingdom. 

    Professional Bio - She is an award-winning leader, volunteer and a civil engineer. After graduating from University of Manchester, Natalie worked as a transportation engineer on large scale railways projects in the UK for a global built environment consultancy. She is passionate about promoting opportunities for all in careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) and now works to deliver the STEM Ambassador programme in London. For her volunteer work and active citizenship, Natalie was awarded the YMCA England and Wales Young Leader of the Year 2018 and University of Manchester Medal of Social Responsibility in 2019. She is also a Council member for the Women's Engineering Society and won their Amy Johnson award in 2019 for promoting diversity in engineering and applied sciences. Natalie is the founder and the host of podcast "Yellow Bee Pod" to highlight Asian voices in the UK.

    She shares her story of taking an early career year-long sabbatical to travel and volunteer overseas which led to more self-confidence and awareness. She also shares about her journey of switching her career path and working for an education non-profit organization that involves in opportunities for young people in science technology and engineering which is sometimes seen as "male dominant" career. Lastly, she shares her current journey on prioritizing her own needs by learning how to say no and focusing on self-care.

    This conversation was very inspiring and I personally love her podcast content! Thank you Natalie for sharing your story and keep up the good work on your podcast! 


    Connect with Natalie: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowbeepod

    LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/nataliegcheung (Please include a message that you are coming from The Why Moments podcast)

    Twitter: http://twitter.com/nataliegcheung 

    Podcast: http://anchor.fm/yellowbeepod


    Connect with me:

     Share Your "Why" Story: http://thewhymoments.com 

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments

    46 min
  • 8. Nicky Chapman (Dealing With Hypothalamic Amenorrhea From Severe Anxiety and Depression, A Career Switch From Finance to Her Enormous Passion in Wellness and Self-Worth)

    Thank you for tuning into episode #8 of The Why Moments Podcast.

    In this episode, I interviewed Nicky Chapman who lives in Canberra, Australia. She shares her story of switching out of a career she felt unfulfilled in into a path that sets her soul on fire. She talks about how she custom planned her whole wedding and calling it off 2 months prior to the date due to her and her partner dealing with a lot of stress at the time (happy to report that they are back together). 

    Her phase with severe anxiety and depression led to a health condition called "Hypothalamic Amenorrhea". 

    "Hypothalamic Amenorrhea is a condition in which menstruation stops for several months due to a problem involving the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is in the center of the brain and controls reproduction. It produces gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)." - (Source - https://www.shadygrovefertility.com/diagnosing-infertility/infertility-causes/female-infertility-causes/hypothalamic-amenorrhea#:~:text=The%20Basics,%2Dreleasing%20hormone%20(GnRH).)

    We discuss a lot about listening to your body and taking care of your mental health and not overdoing it. She's currently sharing a lot of her studies/research on this health condition and she is on her way to be a certified health coach. 

    I loved our conversation so much. Please feel free to connect with her and check out her FREE wellness e-book.


    Connect with Nicky 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessantidote/


    Connect with me

    Share Your "Why" Story: http://thewhymoments.com

    Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments

    47 min
  • 7. Emily Vassallo (Self-Love Goddess, Children's Fitness Entertainer, Dancer Who Fought Through Bullying and Body Image Issues)
    Thank you for tuning into episode #7 of The Why Moments Podcast. 
    In this episode, I interviewed Emily Vassallo who lives in Australia. She is 21 years old, turning 22. She is a Children's Fitness Entertainer, a dancer and a self-love goddess. She shares her story on dealing with bullying and seeking support at a young age. In 2014, she started a community project "No Fear" which became an anti-bullying program to pay forward to her community. In 2017, she created a blog after coming out of a severe and challenging battle with her mental health and body image. She started writing as a form of therapy and now is passionate about inspiring, empowering and helping females build more self-love, resilience, self-confidence and self-worth. 
    I knew I was going to tear up in one of these episodes and here it is guys. I am honored to be sharing her story with you and she has such a beautiful soul. Please feel free to connect with her. 
    Connect with Emily - https://linktr.ee/emilyv
    Share Your "Why" Story - http://thewhymoments.com 
    Connect with me on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    52 min
  • 6. Alan Metcalfe (Growing Up With a Disability Known as Autism and How He Took Control Over His Life)
    Thank you for tuning into episode #6 of The Why Moments Podcast. In this episode, I interviewed Alan Metcalfe who is a former machinist and currently working as an explosives technician. He shares his story of growing up with a disability known as Autism and how this made socializing very challenging for him. He also shares a tragedy that caused a long-term depression and how he took actions to turn his life around. 
    This was such a powerful, inspiring story for hear and I'm honored to be sharing this with my audience. 
    Alan, I have so much gratitude for getting the opportunity to meet you and share your story. Thank you again.
    Connect with Alan: 
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metcy140/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alan.metcalfe.9256
    Social Confidence Coach: Myke Macapinlac
    Website: https://socialconfidencemastery.com/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/socialconfidencemastery
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/myke-macapinlac-36830634/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/socialconfidencemastery
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/socialconfidencemastery/
    Book Recommendations by Alan:
    - Myke Macapinlac's books: https://socialconfidencemastery.com/books
    - “the Five Minute Journal” by MB Journals.  This is for getting anyone into practicing gratitude and is a must in my daily life.  Get a paper copy if you can!! https://www.amazon.ca/Paperback-Minute-Journal-MB-Journals/dp/1721529438
    - “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho for inspiring to find your personal value https://www.amazon.ca/Alchemist-Paulo-Coelho/dp/0062315005
    - “The Go-Giver” by Bob Burg and John David Mann.  This book is more focused on business but gives a good idea of how to seek and give personal value: https://www.amazon.ca/Go-Giver-Expanded-Little-Powerful-Business/dp/1591848288
    - “Extreme Ownership” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin.   Mainly for business but this book gives a good point about disciplining yourself in owning your mistakes and every action you take good or bad and can be implemented in any lifestyle. https://www.amazon.ca/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/B071L58Y3B
    - “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Victor E. Frankl This book has great points across meaning of life for someone that survived the WWII concentration camps. https://www.amazon.ca/Mans-Search-for-Meaning/dp/B071NR42NC
    Share Your "Why" Story - www.thewhymoments.com
    Connect with me on Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    49 min
  • 5. Miguel Guanlao (Improving His Social Skills, Building a Community in Cosplay and Copywriting)
    Thank you for tuning into episode #5 of the Why Moments Podcast.
    In this episode, I interviewed Miguel Guanlao who is a full-time engineer talking about what he did to improve his social skills and how this turning point was the start of his self-development journey. He also shared about how he got into Cosplay and building a community with like-minded people. He's also been tapping into his creative side to become a professional copywriter.
    I hope you enjoyed the conversation and please feel free to connect with Miguel (links attached below).
    Social Confidence Coach
    Myke Macapinlac 
    https://socialconfidencemastery.com/
    Connect with Miguel: 
    Intagram - http://www.instagram.com/sidneykun 
    Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/sidneykusanagi
    Share Your "Why" Story  - www.thewhymoments.com 
    Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    38 min
  • 4. Being Vulnerable With Your Whole Heart
    Thank you for tuning into episode #4 of the Why Moments Podcast. 
    In this episode, I share my thoughts on the topic of vulnerability and the tools I use to be better at being vulnerable.  These are my personal thoughts only and vulnerability might mean something different for everyone. However, I HIGHLY recommend watching Brené Brown's YouTube video linked below.   
    Mentioned in the podcast: 
    YouTube - "The Power of Vulnerability" - Brené Brown - https://youtu.be/iCvmsMzlF7o
    Share Your "Why" Story at - www.thewhymoments.com
    Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    26 min
  • 3. Lauren Cowley (Eating Disorder, Professional Figure Skater to Yoga Teacher and Toxic Relationship)

    Thank you for tuning into episode #3 of the Why Moments Podcast.

    In this episode, I interviewed my favorite yoga teacher, Lauren Cowley. She is a yoga warrior, heart opener and a gypsy soul. We talk about how Lauren dealt with an eating disorder throughout her professional figure skating career, transitioning to becoming a yoga teacher and healing from her past abusive relationship.

    I personally love what Lauren brings to this world. She is full of light and kindness. I loved sharing her story with you, please connect with her below.


    Find Lauren at:

    Website - https://www.laurencowley.com/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/__laurencowley__/channel/

    YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOqv0jCmvX3A93UHDGmklUg/

    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/lauren.cowley18


    Share Your "Why" Story at: 

    Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments

    1 hr 15 min
  • 2. Gordon Sinn (Positivity, Career Switch and Community)
    Thank you for tuning into episode #2 of the Why Moments Podcast.
    In this episode, we talk about how Gordon stepped into the discomfort of moving to a new city, switching his career path, and meeting people that have changed his mentality from "me to we". We also talk about positivity and what it means to be a leader in this world.
    The items mentioned in the podcast
    Books
    The Art of Power: https://www.amazon.ca/Art-Power-Thich-Nhat-Hanh/dp/0061242365
    The Desire Map: https://www.amazon.ca/Desire-Map-Guide-Creating-Goals/dp/1622032519/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=desire+map&qid=1586188126&s=books&sr=1-1
    Find Gordon at:
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mrgdon
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordonsinn
    The Livingroom Series - http://livingroomseries.me
    Let's Connect!
    Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    47 min
  • 1. Steven Ngo (Lawyer, Entrepreneur and Musician)
    Thank you for listening to the episode #1 of the Why Moments Podcast.
    In this episode, we talk about how Steven shifted his career from medicine to law, how living in Singapore as an exchange student has helped him to grow and how he dealt with suicidal thoughts when externally, everything seemed perfect.
    The items Steven mentions in the podcast
    Book (How to Stop Worrying and Start Living)
    https://www.amazon.ca/How-Stop-Worrying-Start-Living/dp/0671506196/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1587355471&sr=8-1
    The Rule of 3
    https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/The-Founder-of-Lululemon-Breaks-Down-His-Rule-of-3-13752605.php
    Find Steven at:
    Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stevenngo
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stevennogo
    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ngosteven
    The Livingroom Series - http://livingroomseries.me
    Beyond the A - https://beyondthea.co/
    Let's Connect!
    Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/thewhymoments
    45 min

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Welcome to "The Why Moments" Podcast! This podcast consists of interviews of people sharing their major turning points in life and individual episodes of my passion for wellness (body, mind, and…