Kelsey Ellis (aka @Healthy_with_Kelsey) is our guest in this episode where we talk about anxiety, disordered eating/exercising, and how she learned to show up and be present in her own body and now creates spaces where others can do the same. Kelsey (she/her) is an award-winning, body-positive Health and Fitness Expert based in Vancouver, Canada. S…

I’ve been feeling a sort of social dilemma (social media, that is) recently and KNOW I’m not alone in it. This episode we talk about the intense draw of social media, and the fear that can come with disconnecting from it, as well as the true core of it that we are actually seeking (spoiler: it’s connection)! - I mentioned Episode 24 where we talk a…

Joining us this episode is my nutritionist & friend Meg De Jong. We talk about the importance of self-nourishment and how the changes of life continue regardless of our age or stage. Meg is a registered holistic nutritionist who specializes in nutrition for anxiety & gut health. She is also an avid gardener, and creator of simple, whole food recipe…

We’re back! Did you miss me? This episode we talk about feeling like you need to perform to stay relevant! Also, I explain what I was up to during the break. - Can you relate to today’s topic? What do you want to hear talked about on the show? Your feedback on the episodes help shape Crying on my yoga mat into a community where we can grow TOGETHER…

Lisa Chin is our guest this episode! When Lisa isn’t wrangling spreadsheets or her three young kids, she is a writer, coach and podcaster lighting a torch for mothers on a journey of reclaiming themselves. Above all, Lisa values real conversations around motherhood, identity, and self-expression. She believes community, knowing your truths, and art…

One of my FAVOURITE quotes (it’s even engraved on my iPad) is something I saw Dominic Monaghan (Merry from Lord of the Rings) say: “Baby steps still climb mountains.” As someone that struggles with overwhelm and being wayyyy too harsh on myself, the concept of taking small steps and still gaining momentum is MASSIVE and it’s what we’re talking abou…

In Episode 9, Tilda mentioned her friend Kaya and that’s who’s with us this episode! Kaya Marriott aka @comfygirlcurls is a Vancouver, BC based Lifestyle Blogger/Content Creator and talks about some of the BIG chances she’s taken and how to support & learn about yourself in the process. Run, do not walk, to her Pinterest! - What do you want to hear…

In our 20th (🤯) episode, we’re talking about victim mindsets. [Don’t worry, we take DEEEP breaths in the process.] This episode topic was inspired by our previous guest, Nabeelah and a quote she said! Listen to that episode here. The song I mentioned is $money Mantra$ by Moonlight Scorpio - The Enneagram Planner Collection by @workspacery is offici…

Nabeelah Munshi is our guest this week! Nabeelah is a business coach and marketing strategist on a mission to help support and guide soulpreneurs to build thriving businesses. We talk about listening to your heart and loving yourself anyway (/any way). [I love her reminder at 36:45] ***TW: Mention of disordered eating.*** She mentioned a recent epi…

With Autumn upon us (here on Turtle Island) the garden has me thinking about harvest (and mental health)! - Mentioned in this episode: Find out whose land you live on! First Peoples’ Map of B.C. , Whose Land , Native Land The Lily Pad Network episode (featuring me!) Keeping PROMISES to YOURSELF on Spotify + Apple Podcasts Healthy with Kelsey: Insta…

Our guest this episode is Veronica! Veronica and her partner Rick co-founded The Childfree Connection earlier this year. Veronica and Rick are a childfree by choice couple in their 40s who share intimate details of their childfree life on their YouTube Channel and social media. The intention of the Childfree Connection is to build a global communit…

Let’s talk about the AWKWARDNESS of growth! Franz the Douglas Fir (Ep. 06) got me thinking about how our new growth can look and feel so different from our existing growth. - Want your copy of the Meditation for Connection audio? Click on “FREEBIES” in the @cryingongmyyogamat Instagram story highlights and let me know what email to send it to! - I …

I know I’m biased, but I seriously love this episode and I hope you do too! Our guest is Gunjani Patel and we talk about a WIDE variety of personal development & emotional intelligence, as well as amazing ideas and exercises that you can take into your daily life & routine. Gunjani is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Trauma Specialist, Wellness …

I recently finished reading the book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson and it got me thinking about emotional immaturity as a whole. Join me as we discuss what emotional immaturity is and how best to engage with those that show signs of it! ((Important note: The information from this episode is largely from the afo…

I (Jaydee) turned 30! Listen along as I talk about the things I’ve learned along the way, like how a challenge can sometimes be a good thing, and that it truly all comes down to loving yourself. - The Enneagram Planner Collection by @workspacery is officially LIVE and available for pre-order!! This collection features nine unique, weekly, self-date…

TW: In this episode, our guest Vasia (self-taught stick & poke tattoo artist) and I talk about potentially triggering topics such as drug addiction, gun violence, sexual & physical abuse and human trafficking. Listed below are some organizations that work to uplift and empower women, children and their communities. If you are in the position to do …

This episode, while a solo one, was a collaborative effort with my Instagram followers on the topic of STARTING. We talk the various reasons that keep us from starting and end with some encouraging words from fellow COMYM listeners to help you get started. - I mention the book Mindset by Carol Dweck. - Got questions for a future episode about growt…

Tilda Ruvinga, apparel designer & meme aficionado is our guest in this episode! We talk wage disparities & performative actionism in the fashion industry, and she tells us some of the top ways to support small clothing brands/businesses (spoiler alert: SHARE/TAG them on social!). Tilda created TKbyTilda and makes: cute & comfy clothes that compleme…

Changing directions/paths can be SCARY. How do we become more okay with it? This episode I talk about a season of massive change in my life and how I learned to sometimes let go of good in order to make room for better. - I mention Episode 04 & Episode 07. - This podcast is all about YOU and the topics & guests that YOU want to hear. Your feedback …

Paulina Rabcewicz is our guest this week and she talks about how, in her experience, putting yourself out there, going with the flow, and doing the work to get you where you want to go has worked out for her thus far! Paulina is a podcast editor and creative director currently residing in Bali with her partner, and their adorable pup Charlie! She i…

Franz Firdinand the Douglas Fir sapling (see episode art) brings us this episode’s topics of comparison & congruence! I mention an exercise Pamela Song spoke of in Episode 05. This podcast is all about YOU and the topics & guests that YOU want to hear. Your feedback on the episodes help shape Crying on my yoga mat into a community where we can grow…

Pamela Song joins us this episode to talk about the journey of self acceptance, finding her own voice and how she helps others do the same! Pam is a Vocal Coach who founded Emberays (Embrace) Vocals from the little red dot in Singapore. In the field of vocal pedagogy, coaching and performing arts, she found her calling to help people gain a better …

This episode I’m talking about affirmations and how borrowing the belief that others have in me has helped my confidence and may help yours! Feedback on the episode? Message me on Instagram so I know what you want to hear talked about in further episodes! @cryingonmyyogamat If you know anyone that would benefit from the show, please share it with t…

In this episode we speak with our guest Jacqueline Ali about the toxicity of self sabotage and how imposter syndrome limits our capacity for creativity. Jacqueline is an entrepreneur who co-founded Maker Cube (a community makerspace) in Langley, BC with her husband Adam and their business partner Doug. In 2019 Jacqueline and her co-founders were re…

This episode we’re talking about how our “stuck” inner child can show up in our present day selves and I give some tips on how to be AWARE of the cycle and begin to step out of it. Feedback on the episode? Message/tag me on Instagram! @cryingonmyyogamat Theme music composed by Sean J Stevens of Harkening Deer. For meditations and further contemplat…

This episode we’re speaking with Crying on my yoga mat’s FIRST guest, Emmy Chahal! Emmy was introduced to yoga as a child through her grandmother and mother, and was lucky to grow up practicing kundalini and restorative yoga. Her ancestors are from the north of India and the practice of yoga connects her deeply to her heritage. She has been teachin…

Yay! Welcome to the introductory episode of Crying on my yoga mat! This gives you a brief overview of what to look forward to in future episodes. For more: Follow the podcast on Instagram @cryingonmyyogamat and make sure to tag me when you share the episode so I can message you! Or check out the (under construction) website cryingonmyyogamat.com Th…