show episodes
 
Have you ever had a hard time 'letting go'? Replaying the same embarrassing moments over and over in your head? Then join us, Shadoe Ball and Victoria Muir-Burcea for an uplifting, therapy-adjacent podcast. This is a show where we reveal the messy bits about ourselves, without judgement. It’s a show where we can reflect, learn, grow and maybe even laugh about our actions, attitudes and behaviours.
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Send us a Text Message. ~ ~~ ~~~ On todays’ episode, we welcome Amanda Russo, a.k.a. The Breathing Goddess. Amanda is a Breathwork Detox facilitator, transformative mindset coach, and host of the podcast “Manders Mindset”. Her study of mindset and empowerment began by working with children in group homes and at daycares. She then worked in family l…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. On todays’ episode, we welcome Emily Reagan. Emily Reagan is a mom of four, Air Force wife, and jill-of-all-trades when it comes to digital marketing and techie skills. She’s worked as a behind-the-scenes digital marketing implementer with many creatives and furniture painters: Jennifer Allwood, Tracey Bellion, Miss Mustard …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Content Warning: this episode mentions mature themes including sex, alcohol use and sexual assault. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we recap our favouri…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. ***CONTENT WARNING** This episode of Let's Relieve Regret has general discussion about sexual assault and specific discussion of rape. If you need support please reach out to your local crisis centre. For more resources please visit: https://findahelpline.com/ and https://endingviolencecanada.org/. If you are a regular liste…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Louise Carr, Certified Holistic Nutrition Consultant. Her bio follows the episode description below. Episode Description: During the check-in, Shadoe is a 7 out of 10 and Victoria is a 7.5. But then Louise shares a Cause of Applause that brings everyone's energy up! To skip th…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Guest Bio Our guest today is Sam Mitchell and he runs a successful podcast called Autism Rocks and Rolls. He has autism and this podcast has exploded and become very successful! He is here today to spread the mission of his podcast and nonprofit. He has thousands of downloads on Autism Rocks and Rolls, and has had some big n…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. >>>> Get your copy of the LET GO E-Book! On this Minisode, Victoria explains Radical Self-Care. Sometimes, self-care is seen as a bonus (like a bubble bath) instead of an essential life skill. It is important for us to take care of all of our "selves". It is not selfish to focus on filling our own cup. In fact, it helps us b…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we welcome special guest Jyoti Dhanota (a.k.a. Geet- full bio below the episode description). During our check-in, everyone is feeling pretty upbeat and enjoying some much-needed sunnier weather. We also have a laugh about how confusing it is to convert Celsius to Fahrenheit and vice-versa. For the Causes fo…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we start with the Joy of Mini-Weiner dogs!! We also discuss that great feeling of not needing to minimize the things that bring us joy. (eg. Victoria is a Proud Health Nerd and loves her new temu products!) To skip the check-in and just listen to the regrets, skip to 11:47 Victoria opens up about how she is …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. During the check-in this week, Shadoe is at a 4/10 since she still has a lingering cold. But, her Cause For Applause is that she is getting better! Victoria is in much better spirits and her Cause For Applause is Ben and James from Tori's Bakeshop. One day, Shadoe and Victoria will visit this cafe together and both drink Hea…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. We start with our check-in, which includes the different levels of friendliness in Toronto neighbourhoods. Cause for Applause this week: finding the joy in the snow. Skip to 10:01 to get straight to the regrets. Victoria opens up about mistaking self-confidence for self-worth. Luckily, her physiotherapist helped tweak her pa…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Have you been wondering how to be a guest on Lets Relieve Regret? Find out how in this episode! Step 1: fill out the Guest Application Form Step 2: pre-interview with Victoria or Shadoe to review any questions and set up a time to record. Step 3: Receive the Regret Worksheet to help guide you in writing your regret and relie…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. This episode starts with a quick discussion of the sarcastic reel Shadoe posted on her IG. This episode was recorded on Groundhog Day; a day that Shadoe has hated in the past! This year, she wants to lean into the fun and joy that this day brings for people. During our check-ins, we discuss this in more detail. Victoria also…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. During this episode, Victoria opens up about the impacts of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Shadoe explores lingering regret about her art project; "The Word Fat". As always, we start with our check-in. This week that includes: mega-sleep puns human connection Then, Victoria shares a cause for applause about the latest…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we welcome Alex Burcea. Alex is Victoria's sister-in-law and a compassionate, wonderful person that shared with us a regret about putting herself last. As always, we start the episode with our check-ins and cause for applause. This week, that includes catching up with an old friend (Shadoe), presenting at a …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Season 4! On this episode, we welcome Nadia Shahbaz. Nadia Shahbaz is a writer and former news producer of Afghan and Italian heritage. Her work has been published in a variety of magazines and illuminated on buildings in New York City. She is currently working on a novel on her Sicilian family’s fascist past. She…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. It was our 1st Anniversary on November 17, 2023! The lead up was so exciting!! A year, already?! Wowee! And then the day came, and we didn't feel like celebrating. Both of us were only feeling around a 5/10 and thought about postponing the recording until a day we felt better. However, we want to make sure that we avoid Toxi…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. During this episode, Victoria and Shadoe welcome Urmi Hossain to the show. Read more about Urmi following the episode description. Episode Description: As always, we start with our check-in and discuss Wonder Walks. Wonder Walks are a way to tap-in to our sense of playfulness and joy on something as simple as a daily walk. S…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this short podcast episode, Victoria explains Toxic Positivity. Toxic Positivity is a way we try to stay upbeat. However, toxic positivity can lead to losing empathy instead of actually helping someone feel better. In this episode, Victoria provides examples of toxic positivity as as well as an alternative way to connect …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In our check-in, we discuss making adjustments to things we love in order to sustainably keep them. For example, Shadoe recently invested in necklace extenders and has been able to upcycle heirloom jewelry. Victoria's cause for applause is seeing the sunrise. We then all talk about the power of routine. (spoiler alert, Shado…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, it is our absolute pleasure to welcome our second guest, Sonam Singh! More About Sonam Singh Sonam is a licensed and registered psychotherapist (qualifying) at Shifting Your State Therapy. Having used her experience as an elementary school teacher, she began practicing a year ago as a licensed therapist and …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this mini-episode, Victoria explains the difference between guilt, shame and regret. She also explains the four types of regret: foundation, boldness, moral and connection. As this is a mini-episode, there is no check in and no three breaths of letting go. However, these are available in all regular length episodes! Suppo…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "Never underestimate the power of sleep, sunshine and water". We start this episode with a correction regarding the tree story Shadoe told in the previous episode. Victoria then gives an update about how her sleep experiment is going so far! We also chat about crisp fall weather and a few magical moments we saw at the lake. …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "Are you here for battle?" During this episode, our check-in includes Head of the Trent stories, embarrassing moments and axe-throwing. We also talk about unseasonable warmth and how to prep for winter. >> Click here to join the 'Worry Free and Joyful Living' Facebook Group. Members of this group have access free Motivationa…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "Measure with your own yardstick." In this episode, both of us have regrets to share about our small businesses. As always, we start with our check-in; discussing the classic would you rather question "Would You Rather Be Too Hot or Too Cold?". Jump to 11:37 to skip the check-in and get into our regrets. Shadoe goes first - …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "Our brains need outside support. We need outside perspective to function as a human being." Welcome to a new season of Lets Relieve Regret! In this episode, we talk about how our brains can trick us. As always, we start with our check-in. This episode was recorded in mid-July, just before the Barbie movie came out. This imp…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we answer questions from our listeners and wrap up season two. As always, we start with a check-in. To skip this and get right to the Q's and A's, start the episode at 15:31. Questions include: When did you meet? How long have you been friends? Why are you never at a 2 out of 10 during check-in? Do you use t…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "No marriage is perfect, but most of the time its pretty great." This week, we are re-releasing our very first episode! It's all about our weddings!! To skip the intro and check-in, jump to 7:58. Shadoe regrets planning her own wedding and not knowing how to ask for help. Victoria regrets not standing up to one of her family…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "This feels like a charley horse of emotional growth". To skip our check-in, skip to 12:31. Shadoe talks about choosing easy hobbies. Around the 37:00 minute mark, we also calculate how many hours are available in a week (168!) Victoria then teaches us about Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria and Recognition Response Euphoria. …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode; we talk about the 'fake' beaches in Toronto and planning for vacations. We also talk about the 'perfect' month for your birthday. Does everyone wait a full year for their birthday or is it just the December babies? To skip our check in, jump to Victoria's share at 15:15. This is the opposite of a regret! It'…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. "Wherever I go, I go." In this episode, we are so excited to introduce Ana Alexandre, creator of the Vitalicious Nutrition Program. Ana and Victoria have been good friends for a long time! As always, we start with our check-in, share two regrets and end with our three breaths of letting go. The difference is that only one ho…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. This week we talk about transitioning to a 'real' wardrobe after years of comfy clothes. To skip the check-in, please fast forward to 13:33. Victoria opens up about undercharging for her services when she started her business! This leads to an interesting conversation about value and how to keep our cup full. Shadoe opens up…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. This episode is all about that hard-to-define line between a social connection (like a colleague) and an emotional connection (like your longest friendships). We open this episode talking about how we both feel calm and content this week. Regular listeners will know that is rare for us! To skip the check-in and get right to …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. >>>> Click here for your FREE PASS to Victoria's Letting Go Class! Welcome back everyone! Both of us are feeling energized by being outside again!! This is a super fun episode. If you were a teenager in the 90s you will likely laugh a few times and nod your head more than once! During the check-in; Victoria tells us all abou…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode we discuss ways to be nicer to ourselves. As always, we start our episode with a check-in. The check-in this week is full of joy and hope; as we welcome springtime. If you want to skip this part, please jump to 8:51. Victoria shares regrets about staying in relationships too long, allowing the relationship to…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. This episode deals with regrets about anger. As always, we start with a check-in on how we've been doing. This goes on a little longer than usual now that we've seen some sunnier weather! If you want to skip this part just jump ahead to 11:04. Shadoe goes first today, and reveals that she has regrets about losing her temper.…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode we open up about how good it feels to have longer days and late sunsets. We also talk about fads like thick rimmed glasses and the word cringe. Skip ahead to 9:03 to get to the regrets. Victoria goes first today, and she shares a regret she has about dropping the f-bomb at work! During the feedback portion, V…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we begin Season Two! This episode deals with regrets that have been weighing heavily on us. As always, we start with a check-in on how we've been doing. If you want to skip this part just jump ahead to 7:12. Shadoe reveals that she has regrets following her action and inaction following a car accident in 201…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode we do a check-in and debrief about how we think our experiment is going. a.k.a: our regrets about sharing our regrets! Shadoe has regrets about the production and marketing of the podcast. Victoria regrets overpreparing before publishing. Other highlights include: At 18:31, Victoria explains the six emotional…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In our final episode of Season 1, Victoria and Shadoe discuss: Signs of aging and how to reframe them as signs of living. Victoria’s story about a field trip to the zoo that gives her the ‘shame heebie-jeebies’. Shadoe’s ongoing fear of running into childhood bullies. As always, we finish our episode with Three Breaths of Le…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Victoria and Shadoe discuss Intention setting using small solutions instead of resolutions. Victoria’s experience with her rowing coach. Shadoe’s experience with leaning on bullying other people for a cheap laugh. As always, we finish our episode with Three Breaths of Letting Go. Support the Show. Thank you …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Victoria and Shadoe discuss: The strategy of how to deal with worry loops by writing them down. Managing our emotions in a way that helps us heal. Ignoring our emotions in a way that keeps us stuck. As always, we finish our episode with Three Breaths of Letting Go. Support the Show. Thank you for listening! …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. “Were you being lazy or was it self preservation?” In this episode, Shadoe and Victoria discuss the fear of being seen as lazy. Shadoe talks about her regrets about trying too hard to impress others instead of going for what she really wanted to do when she was at a crossroads. Victoria talks about her regrets about guilting…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Shadoe and Victoria discuss the tricky balance of being too loud vs being too quiet. Shadoe regrets dominating group discussion; especially in the workplace. Victoria regrets not speaking up more about her physical health. Victoria also teaches Shadoe all about fibroids! As always, we finish our episode with…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Shadoe and Victoria discuss regrets related to fading into the background. Shadoe regrets holding on to the "not like other girls" phase. Victoria regrets not advocating about her mental health in the workplace. We start the episode with some of our d-i-y beauty techniques. As always, we end with our 3 Breat…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Shadoe and Victoria discuss regrets about our childhood hobbies. Shadoe regrets quitting recreational activities like hiking and biking. Victoria regrets leaving musical activities such as singing and choir. We also talk about our food allergies off the top! As always, we end with our 3 breaths of letting go…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Shadoe and Victoria discuss the possibility that our pets can see ghosts! Victoria also shares her regrets about not working out during the pandemic. Shadoe shares her regrets about not wearing a bra during the pandemic. As always, we finish with our 3 breaths of letting go. Support the Show. Thank you for l…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Victoria and Shadoe discuss a lighter topic - how they both had mishaps that led to missing eyebrows! Victoria has an experience at a bar that she will never forget. Shadoe has a mishap with a d-i-y beauty solution that she will never buy again. As always, we finish our episode with 3 healing breaths for let…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide