Women Don't Do That (WDDT)

Normally we would have a reflection show this week, but given the context of the world right now, you will understand why we wanted to interview our next guest.

In the interview with Celina Caesar-Chavannes, we discuss racism. Where we are, where we need to go and what YOU can do to help get us there. We also discuss life after politics and other important issues, such as mental health. It’s an important talk about the hard stuff, dive in and let’s listen and grow together!

Celina Caesar-Chavannes is a champion for mental health, gender, race and equity.
She is the former Member of Parliament for Whitby in Ontario Canada, and served as Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Development.

Before politics, Celina owned a double award winning research management firm. She is highly educated with multiple degrees and is currently completing her PhD in Organizational Leadership at Northcentral University.

She has also volunteered her time to a number of causes including: a past member of the Governing Council at the University of Toronto and a member of the Congress of Black Women (to name only a few).

Celina was given the Champion of Mental Health Parliamentarian Award in May 2017 by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health. She was also named one of the Most Influential People of African Descent, Global 100 Under 40, Politics & Governance and Black Parliamentarian of the Year in 2017, and a feature in the April 2018 edition of O (Oprah Winfrey) Magazine entitled, “What would you stand up for?”. Celina was also named Chatelaine Magazine’s Woman of the Year 2019.

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• More about Celina: https://www.celinacc.ca/
• Article by Celina: https://www.celinacc.ca/articles/
• Social media:
  Twitter @iamcelinacc
  Instagram @iamcelinacc
• Book recommendation: The Spark: A Mother's Story Of Nurturing Genius by Kristine Barnett
  https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-spark-a-mothers-story/9780307362797-item.html

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Our guest this week, Julie S. Lalonde, recently released her book, Resilience Is Futile: The Life and Death and Life of Julie Lalonde.

Julie is an internationally recognized women’s rights advocate and public educator. She works with various feminist organizations dedicated to ending sexual violence, engaging bystanders and building communities of support. She is a frequent media source on issues of violence against women and her work has appeared on world new organizations and magazines. She is a recipient of the Governor General’s Award in Commemoration of the Person's case.

For a decade Julie kept a shocking secret. In this week’s episode we discuss her story, new book, career path, resilience and abuse.

This raw and honest conversation is one of the most important interviews we have done to date; the veil is lifted on Canada’s image as a feminist state.

Take a listen, you will be profoundly impacted.

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Book: Resilience Is Futile: The Life and Death and Life of Julie Lalonde by Julie S. Lalonde, https://www.amazon.ca/Resilience-Futile-Death-Julie-Lalonde/dp/1771134690
• More about Julie: http://yellowmanteau.com/
• Staking project Julie created: https://outsideoftheshadows.ca/
• Social media:
  Twitter @julieSLalonde
  Instagram @yellowmanteau
• Book recommendation: Irritable Hearts: A PTSD Love Story by Mac McClelland
  https://www.amazon.ca/Irritable-Hearts-PTSD-Love-Story-ebook/dp/B00MSZ5B4U/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=irritable+hearts+a+PTSD+love+story&qid=1590544290&s=books&sr=1-1

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Some women are just so smart, it’s intimidating. I remember being a journalism student at Carleton University and watching Jennifer Ditchburn on CBC news - she always appeared intimidatingly composed and brilliant. And, I guess that’s because she was - and is - both those things. But I don’t think that means it came easy for her; I think it means she worked very hard, took risks, embraced challenges, and asked for what she wanted. In my conversation with this award-winning journalist and current editor of Policy Options, she shares how she carved her own path to create a fulfilling and thrilling career (and how everything isn’t always easy for her, either).

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Policy Options: https://policyoptions.irpp.org/
• Book recommendation: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It by Christopher Voss and Tahl Raz

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Produced by Myrrhanda Novak

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Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on how the world is changing, how it is impacting their lives, as well as, their hopes for the future. We discuss our recent interview with Dr. Julie Desjardins, and what interviews you can look forward to next! As usual we laugh a lot!

Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Blog post, 10 Daily Pandemic Reminders
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/10-daily-pandemic-reminders
• Printable, 10 Dailly Pandemic Reminders
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/gratitudegame
• Navigating COVID-19 with Psychologist Dr. Julie Desjardins Ep. 43
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c1c5da59/navigating-covid-19-with-psychologist-dr-julie-desjardins-ep-43
• Navigating career change and wellness with personal trainer Lydia Di Francesco Ep. 41
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c152f945/navigating-career-change-and-wellness-with-personal-trainer-lydia-di-francesco-ep-41
• Social distancing and homeschooling with mom Kristin Paterson Ep. 40
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c42672ae/social-distancing-and-homeschooling-with-mom-kristin-paterson-ep-40
• How to get promoted and stay on top with Economic Club CEO and founder Rhiannon Rosalind Ep. 21
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c2c5dc0f/how-to-get-promoted-and-stay-on-top-with-economic-club-ceo-and-founder-rhiannon-rosalind-ep-21

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This week’s guest is Dr. Julie Desjardins. Julie is the co-director at CAFCO, the Child, Adolescent, and Family Centre of Ottawa. She provides psychological services to children, adolescents, and families. In addition to private practice, Dr. Desjardins is also a part-time professor at the University of Ottawa and a supervisor at the Centre for Psychological Services and Research.

Julie provides advice to help us navigate the stress and anxiety of COVID-19. Topics include: mental health for adults, supporting children, relationship advice, and mom guilt.This is the interview we all need right now as we learn to navigate the stress of our current reality.

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Anxiety Canada will be offering a series of free online sessions to help reduce anxiety. https://www.anxietycanada.com/covid-19/
• Story & Activity Book for Children: What is coronavirus?
  http://www.momentsaday.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Coronavirus-Activity-Book-A4-SIZE.pdf
• Mental Health Supports in Canada
  https://www.ementalhealth.ca
• More on CAFCO
  https://www.cafco-ceafo.ca/
• CAFCO on Facebook
  https://www.facebook.com/The-Child-Adolescent-and-Family-Centre-of-Ottawa-CAFCO-213734428798011/
• CAFCO on Twitter
  @CAFCO_CEAFO
  https://twitter.com/CAFCO_CEAFO?lang=en

Book Recommendation:

• Educated: A Memoir, by Tara Westover, Julia Whelan, et al.
  https://www.amazon.ca/Educated-A-Memoir/dp/B07G7CVNZY/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=book+educated&qid=1585661398&sr=8-1

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This week Stephanie gives a short update on all things WDDT. How we are managing during COVID-19, upcoming episodes, ways to stay connected, AND freebies!

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• #Gratitudegame
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/gratitudegame

PODCASTS:

• Navigating career change and wellness with personal trainer Lydia Di Francesco Ep. 41
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c152f945/navigating-career-change-and-wellness-with-personal-trainer-lydia-di-francesco-ep-41
• Social distancing and homeschooling with mom Kristin Paterson Ep. 40
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c42672ae/social-distancing-and-homeschooling-with-mom-kristin-paterson-ep-40

BLOGS:

• Tips for working from home (with and without kids)
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/tips-for-working-from-home-with-and-without-kids
• COVID -19: Tips to Avoid Boredom During Social Distancing
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/covid-19-tips-to-avoid-boredom-during-social-distancing

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This week's guest is Lydia Di Francesco, a workplace wellness consultant, speaker, published writer and personal trainer. Lydia appears frequently as a fitness and wellness expert on television.
This interview was recorded before COVID-19 swept the globe, but Lydia’s wellness, career and fitness advice is just as relevant for today’s challenges. Take a listen and enjoy some tips and advice that can change your life!

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Free giveaway for WDDT listeners: http://www.fithealthy365.com/free-wellness-resources
• Lydia’s website: http://www.fithealthy365.com/
• Lydia’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fithealthy365
• Lydia’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fithealthy365/
• Lydia’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/fithealthy365
• Wellness resources: http://www.fithealthy365.com/free-wellness-resources/?fbclid=IwAR2jW1uhtVZA4HxfWDiAY7YlPCUToYGCsCbeL4quz9M834jbiDfnzZlUhx4

Live workouts:

• Lydia has been offering free live workouts during COVID-19. Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/326469014977270/

Book Recommendation:

• Profit First: Transform Your Business from a Cash-Eating Monster to a Money-Making Machine, by Mike Michalowicz,
  https://www.amazon.com/Profit-First-Transform-Cash-Eating-Money-Making/dp/073521414X

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As COVID-19 sweeps the globe it is a distressing time. We feel stressed about what is happening, how fast things are changing and the unknowns of what is to come. As we are asked or forced to socially isolate, work from home and educate our children, we are left to wonder… how? So we thought we would ask an expert for some advice, homeschooling mom Kristin Paterson.

We are hearing from so many parents that they don’t know what to do. Kristin is a homeschooling mom of 4 and shares advice for adjusting to being at home, tips for success, overcoming boredom, as well as tools and resources to support your children’s education. Relevant advice for today and to help us all lower our anxiety!

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Kristin’s Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/helpyourselfblog/boards/
• Kristin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/helpyourself.kp/
• Blog: https://linktr.ee/helpyourself.kp

Resource suggestions:

• https://www.youtube.com/user/ArtforKidsHub
• http://eclectic-homeschool.com/magic-school-bus-unit-study/
• https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwsMzzBRACEiwAx4lLGw2GysAs7Ss0aipDywuBMg8DBj81xVacubut8q2R5Cl-yP01MTCmmRoCk5QQAvD_BwE
• https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
• https://science.mom/
• https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135609/list-of-education-companies-offering-free-subscriptions/
• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWqPRUsJlZaDp-PVbqEch9g

Book Recommendation:

• Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living Hardcover, Book by Shauna Niequist

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Myrrhanda and Stephanie reflect on family holidays, dealing with tough news, and the wisdom shared in our conversations with Shelly Uvanile-Hesch and Jenn Harper. We also dive into topics such as Reconciliation and ethical shopping. And we laugh a hell of a lot.

Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• Stephanie’s new blog post on Loneliness:
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/post/loneliness-as-a-grown-women-making-friends-and-keeping-them
• Listen to the podcast with Jenn Harper here: https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c393534e/bravery-and-beauty-with-indigenous-entrepreneur-and-2019-woman-of-the-year-jenn-harper
• Listen to the podcast with Shelly here:
  https://www.womendontdothat.com/podcast/episode/c2318590/taking-the-road-less-travelled-with-big-truck-driver-shelly-uvanile-hesch-ep-37

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What does it take to be named a 2019 Woman of the Year by Chatelaine? Well, for Jenn Harper, it was years of 80+ hour workweeks and a lot of learning and personal development. Jenn is an Anishinaabe woman and the founder of Cheekbone Beauty Cosmetics – a made in Canada, cruelty-free make up brand that supports education funding for First Nations youth.
In this conversation with Myrrhanda, Jenn shares about her journey with alcohol, losing her brother to suicide, and the tremendous effort required to build a successful social enterprise. Much of her motivation is rooted in a desire to educate Canadians on the legacy of residential schools and the path to reconciliation - and Jenn shares how we can all play a role in that.
You’re going to love this engaging conversation on entrepreneurship, sustainability, recovery, reconciliation and hope.

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Stuff mentioned in this episode:

• More about Jenn Harper: https://cheekbonebeauty.ca/pages/meet-the-founder
• More about Cheeckbone Beauty Cosmetics: https://cheekbonebeauty.ca/
• Truth and Reconciliation: http://trc.ca/assets/pdf/Calls_to_Action_English2.pdf

Book Recommendation:

• The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Book by Stephen Covey

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