Project Joyful

There are times when despite all our good work, life still gets in the way. So what do you do when the deadlines are looming and you feel overwhelmed? This episode is about leaning into the moment when things feel difficult and you are feeling stressed. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Today is about the hidden cost of ignoring how we are really feeling. It's based on a conversation with a recent patient who had been pushing through life for a long time. She finally burst into tears at an appointment when finally asked how she was doing. 2022 was a rough year for a lot of people, so let this episode be a reminder that you don't have to be strong all the time. And for those of you who find yourselves relating to this episode, we have the antidote for you. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Do you want to make these goals easy with a supercharged formula? That is what today's episode is all about! New years tends to be about bringing in a flurry of goals, but most of the time goals fall off by January. So listen for a refresher on the ideal framework for goal setting and practices that will keep you on track with those goals. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The best way to kick off the Christmas season is to talk about Frankincense and all of the ways it can keep you company during this time of year. Frankincense plays a part in numerous religious rituals, and it has several medicinal uses. Listen to this final episode of 2022 to learn about a versatile and healing herbal ally. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

As 2022 comes to a close, your team is likely focused on the transition that lays ahead. Today I will share how you can help your team end their year on a collective high. Maybe your team is looking forward to the new year, scrambling to finish projects, or looking ahead to the projects of the coming year. Wherever your team happens to be, there is one thing that will turbo charge the process.

Have you noticed how addicted everyone is to the hustle? We are in a mindset that hard work equals success. But this episode will point you down a different path. Living off adrenaline can be enticing, but there will come a point where it's not sustainable. What if instead of hustling to start that new business, what if you chose to do it with ease and grace? You can accomplish this by focusing on the right things and not giving in to the pressure of doing all the extra busy work. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The beautiful, orange, sunshine flower of calendula is so wonderful to gaze upon. And as a medicinal herb, this flower has so many different healing properties. Also known as English Marigold or Pot Marigold, Calendula is a true herbal ally. It grows all year and it will grow anywhere, so this herb is accessible to you even if you don't happen to have a green thumb. Listen to the episode today to unlock the nearly infinite healing properties of calendula. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The holiday season is here, and many of you are probably thinking about holiday gifts. Today I am sharing my three favorite herbal gifts that also have the benefit of providing something you can do with the family. Listen for specific recipes and instructions to creating lovely herbal gifts for yourself and your family to enjoy over the holidays. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Today is a case study of a client that needed to destress her team. She was burning herself out by giving without replenishing. Managing your team is an Olympic sport, so I am sharing how my client could destress herself while also healing her team. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Chances are you have been through a lot of changes in the past few years. We have all been through a lot collectively. Large amounts of change can take its toll on people mentally, so in the episode today, I am sharing three ways that you can effectively cope with change. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as healing blends. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as healing blends. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

When was the last time you had an impactful conversation? If it has been a while, it might be that you are waiting for it to happen on its own. Powerful conversations arise when managers are intentionally creating the environment for them on the team. In the episode today, we will share the framework you will need to create great conversations on your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Very few people are very clear on what they want their life to be about. Do you have a plan for how you will get to your biggest life goals? How focused are you on your ultimate life vision? In the episode today, we talk about things that are often not considered when thinking about that ultimate life vision. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Turmeric is one of those herbs everyone has heard about, and for a good reason. So for this herbal ally episode, we will talk about how to use it and some favorite home, turmeric-based remedies. It's packed full of antioxidants, and it's best known for its use as a culinary spice. But in the herbal medicine area, it is a great anti-inflammatory and it supports heart health. There are many other medicinal benefits that are not commonly known, so this episode will open up the world of health and healing found in turmeric.

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

One of the biggest mistakes I see managers make is rewarding long hours and disregarding the need for active recovery. In the episode today, I am going to show you exactly how to do that. Sometimes busy professionals need the reminder that we are worthy exactly as we are, and we have no need to perform heroic acts of overwork. It also needs to be noted that a lack of rest can have a poor impact on the quality of work produced. So this episode is about how to negotiate when to push through and when to step away from a situation that requires overwork. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

In remembering Queen Elizabeth II, one of the main things being talked about is her dedication to service. So this episode is about how you can show up in service to your community. We also talk about the aspects of Queen Elizabeth's life that allowed her to be such a beacon of service to her country. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

In order to create change, there needs to be space for it. So if you are looking to create something new in your life and find yourself getting stuck, this episode is for you. It might be tempting to say you will let things go when the new thing comes in, but the new actually comes in when we find the courage to do less. If you commit to doing less and allow yourself to find peace in stillness, your new life is waiting for you on the other side. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Chamomile is the herb of calm. Whatever ailment might be causing tension, or whatever age you might be, chamomile is your ally for calming and relaxation. But in the episode today, I will talk about some of the lesser-known uses for chamomile and the different variations of the herb available on the market today. There is so much research supporting chamomile's ability to calm the nervous system, and soothe a lot of different ailments that are common in humans and plants (for the gardeners listening). Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

The bee population has it tough, and if we lose our bees, then we lose our crops. So in the episode today, I am sharing some easy ways that you can do your part to save our bee population. While it's true that the bees need our help, we also need them way more than they need us. If we lost our bees, the world's food chains would crumble. So this episode is all about the causes of the declining bee populations and what you can do! Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

Is your life a little crazy right now? Are you tired before the day even begins? If you have a lot on your plate now, this episode will help you turn the page. You get to choose how you want to experience your life, regardless of the current circumstances, am sharing today the one thing that has allowed me to stay calm during chapters of chaos. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

Thyme is the medicine of the people, and you don't want to begin the winter season without this cold and flu staple in your natural medicine stash. Thyme is loved by gardeners for its heartiness and abilities as an anti-parasitic agent. It's great in the culinary world because of its pungent spiciness. Medicinally, it's the herb for chest and infections. In the episode this week, we talk about Thyme as an herbal ally. Listen to learn about this herb and how it can be used to support your health. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

To dread is to be human. For some, the feeling of dread is fleeting, and for others, it's the tune of life. In today's episode, we are dissecting dread, what it is, how it serves us, and what we can do to unravel and release it. Our emotions provide clues to what we are thinking and believing about ourselves. All emotions are valid and none should be ignored or pushed away. So listen to this episode to learn some tools for dealing with the emotion of dread. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

One of the most common mistakes managers make is feeling like they have to make all of the decisions. On a professional level, it causes a decline in productivity for yourself and your team. There is an inner and external change that is needed to turn this pattern around. Today we will focus on the external, and you will learn the number one tool used by high-functioning managers to decide who makes which type of decision and how to empower your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In response to popular demand, I am releasing an herbal ally series. Today we are talking about myrrh. Those three wise men were on to something when they brought this herb along. Whether you are disinfecting a wound, trying to kick an infection, or strengthening your digestive system, myrrh is a powerful and trusted ally to have at your side. Today we will talk about the medicinal property of myrrh, but there is so much more to discover beyond that. Myrrh has a broad array of spiritual uses too. Plant medicine is potent medicine, so make sure you get individualized advice by consulting with your medical herbalist and enjoy exploring the powerful gifts of myrrh.

If you are struggling at work, then this episode is for you. When you are in a downward spiral, it's hard to get out. You are behind on projects, making mistakes, irritable, and tired. If you address the core issue, then recovery can be achieved rather quickly. What if, instead of trying to fix external issues, you addressed the internal issues that have you caught in the cycle of overwhelm. Creating time of active recovery will help you to bring your best self to work. This episode is a call back to rest and recovery, so you can bring your best self back to work. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

All of the productivity tools in the world will not work if your brain is constantly battling decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is the result of having to make too many decisions on a given day. It can affect your day-to-day productivity as well as your overall well-being. So if you find yourself constantly fighting brain fog in the afternoons, this episode will give you the tools to extend your brain's processing power long enough to get through the day. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In today's episode, one of the most far-reaching and powerful herbs: ginger. If you feel a cold coming on, ginger root is your most trusted ally. It's one of those plants that reside in the culinary and medicinal space and brings numerous health benefits. Its warm and pungent personality can save you from nausea, support your digestion, and expel sickness from your body. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

This episode could save you from a lifetime of chronic pain! Common medical advice suggests anti-inflammatory for pain relief and injury recovery. But new research is showing that this can actually lead to long-term unresolved pain. In this episode, we are talking about that research and we go into the details of how your body repairs itself. Listen to this episode to learn how to support your body in healing instead of simply blocking the pain and inflammation. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

This week we are tackling the second biggest time-waster at work, excessive meetings. Anyone who has worked in a corporate environment will not be surprised that cutting out unnecessary meetings will noticeably increase productivity. So in this episode, we are talking about how to move meetings into the productive zone by making them intentional. More importantly, we are talking about what YOU can do right now to reclaim your calendar and reduce those time-wasting meetings. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

Have you ever been in a situation where you reviewed a team member's work and it wasn't up to your standards? Did you address that with the team member, or did you just fix it yourself? If you become the kind of manager who does the team's work for them, then the consequences will only pile up. In today's episode, we are discussing how you can address team members who don't meet expectations in a way that serves your own well-being and that of the team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

We each have our own management style that is inherent to us. If your management style matches the needs of the team, then it's a match made in heaven. However, there are 7 management styles that could cause severe issues within your team if used frequently. They can inhibit retention and create glass ceilings in your company. In today's episode, Tracey talks about each of these 7 styles and why they are problematic. Listen to find what management blind spots you might have and possibly improve life for your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

How often do you feel tired during the day? How often do you wake up feeling tired? If you are facing persistent tiredness, then this episode is for you. I often see patients who are juggling multiple things, trying to do the best for everybody except for themselves. If you find yourself running on energy drinks and coffee on a daily basis, then it's only a matter of time before your body requests a moment of calm. Listen to this podcast to get ahead of the constant fatigue. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In honor of passing the 50th episode, we are talking about some important metrics that you need to know about your health once you reach the age of 50. The risk of health problems can often increase with age, but if you keep an eye on a few different measurable figures, then you will be able to rest assured that you are maintaining your peak health as you enter the next phase of your life. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

The Great Resignation, or "the big quit" isn't as exciting under the surface as people are making it out to be. That's why in this episode we are lifting the lid on this global phenomenon, uncovering what it truly is and what is causing it. We will also discuss 3 things you can do before finding your next job, so you can make sure you are making the right next step in your career. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

It's easy to fall back into the story that things would be so much better if we only sorted our life out. But what does it actually mean to have life sorted out? And why do we have to wait for that moment to feel joy and ease? In this episode, I am unpacking some insights that came from a conversation with a client on this subject. We set aside the idea of "sorting out life" and learn to reflect on life as the mirror it is. I talk about the nudge theory and how you can use it to create your best life without turning your life upside down. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

This episode is for anyone who has recently been promoted to a manager role. People get promoted into management roles for many reasons, and they end up having to learn through trial and error. In this episode, Tracy shares her own experience of becoming a manager at a young age, before she gained the life experience to truly be successful in the role. She gets vulnerable about her struggles and shares what might help someone else who finds themselves in a similar position. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

Many of my patients are corporate high achievers. They tell me it's important to have enough energy to stay focused, make decisions in the moment, be there for their team, and to put in the hours. Maintaining enough consistent energy throughout the day can be a challenge. Many rely on the instant boost from coffee, guarana, or energy drinks but find they're riding an energy roller coaster throughout the day and early evening. To create long-term sustainable reservoir of energy, you need to work with your body. The most effective strategy is to provide your mitochondria with an environment that encourages them to multiply and provides them with the building blocks to work optimally. In today's episode I'm sharing 3 easy to implement things you can do to support your mitochondrial health. And if it's a while since you read biology, thats ok. I'm going to start by sharing who exactly what our mitochondria are and why they're your energy powerhouses. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

Low energy is a huge problem for so many people. I see many patients who are healthy but tired. Often it's the high performing corporate types who for some reason feel flat, their concentration is off, or their energy is bouncing around all over the place. One of the first things we look at is fluid intake and more importantly, the type of fluids they're drinking. Today I'm talking about energy drinks and why over the long-term they actually rob you of energy, rather than helping you to boost it. Interested in Finding Out More? Check out the show notes for more detailed information or connect with me on instagram. Like this episode? Please help other people to find us by leaving a review.

In today's episode, Tracy talks about focus blocks and how they can be your secret weapon when it comes to getting things done. There's more to focus blocks than putting them in your calendar. Join Tracy as she shows you how to prepare for your focus block. This is one step of her focus framework, which will supercharge your productivity breakthroughs and increase your ability to gain deep insights. For detailed show notes, visit our article about Increase Productivity with Focus Blocks Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

In today's episode, Tracy is going to summarize a conversation she had with a client a little while ago. If you've ever been in a job that was really, really hard, and you felt duty-bound to put your head down and push through, then this episode is for you. Knowing why mastering your new skill is the key to staying motivated when things get tough. It will also save you months, if not years, of wasted effort grinding through a job you don't really like because you thought that was what you were meant to do. For detailed show notes, visit our article about Knowing Why You're Pushing Through Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

It's hard to choose only three immune supporting herbs. We've got so many. But mindful of what we're facing today, Tracy looked back over her clinic notes, and has chosen the three herbs that have appeared most often in her prescriptions over the last three months when it comes to immunity. In today's episode, Join Tracy as she shares what's very special about how these three herbs are supporting your immune system. For detailed show notes, visit our article about 3 Herbs to Boost Immunity Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

In today's episode, Tracy talks about a technique that is used by athletes to speed up their post workout recovery. It is called contrast therapy and there's a lot of research in relation to its ability to reduce inflammation, to reduce DOMS or Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness, and to reduce pain and stiffness. Tracy is going to show you how you can do it at home and tell you a little bit about the science around why it works. For detailed show notes, visit our article about Reduce Inflammation with Contrast Therapy Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

This episode is a continuation of your conversation with Tracy from last week. Tracy was talking about dealing with stress and the impact that putting a brave face on things can have. If you haven't listened to last week's episode, that's okay. You'll still get a lot out of this one as well. But Tracy recommends going back and having a listen to the week before. One of the things Tracy talked about last week was consciously riding the roller coaster by leaning into a stressful event and prioritizing recovery after that event has passed. In today's episode, Tracy is going to be sharing her three favourite active recovery processes to help you do them. For detailed show notes, visit our article about Boost your Energy with these Recovery Tips. Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

Tracy used to feel proud of her ability to navigate her way seemingly effortlessly through stressful events. Tracy learned the hard way that there's a difference between riding a roller coaster of step ups and steps back and being out of touch with how she's feeling. Just because she appeared calm and had a smile fixed on her face. It didn't mean she was okay. If she wasn't showing what was really going on, how could her colleagues and friends help her? In today's episode, Tracy is lifting the lid on the mental, physical, and emotional cost of denying the heavy load you're really carrying. Tracy also shares two very powerful strategies for becoming even more resilient in the face of stress. For detailed show notes, visit our article about The Danger of Keeping it All In Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

Did you know that by today, 80% of New Year's resolutions will have fallen by the way? That's a lot of missed hopes and dreams. In today's episode, Tracy is lifting the lid on why goal setting doesn't work for most people. Tracy will be sharing her two most powerful techniques for making sure that you're in the 20% of people who do deliver on their goals. For detailed show notes, visit our article about Why Goal Setting Doesn't Work Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

In today's episode, we have a very special guest. Mark Herschberg, author of "The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You." In his conversation today with Tracy, they're going to talk about the importance of these skills. We know they matter, and yet they're rarely taught in school or in corporate training, and Mark wrote this book to help you learn those skills. In this episode, Mark and Tracy talk about: Managing your manager The importance of learning beyond your role Improving your communication style The idea of being a lazy manager and what it means Influential leadership versus positional leadership The fine balance between leading and following Learn more about The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. For detailed show notes, visit our article about the Essential Career Building Tools Nobody Taught You Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.

Saint Valentine's Day has mixed emotions for many. It's a time of joy, of love, of giving and receiving. It can also be a day of sadness and grief. Tracy is proposing that we change it up and instead celebrate the love we have for ourselves. No one ever needs to miss out on a Valentine again! In today's episode, Tracy is sharing three simple acts of self-love that you can do today. For detailed show notes, visit our article about 3-self-love-practices Want to keep the conversation going? Connect with Tracy on Instagram and Facebook.