Take charge of your well-being,
with Optimal Living.
The health and happiness of your body, mind, emotions, spirit, relationships and environment are all intertwined in ways that significantly impact each other. Knowing how these different aspects of your well-being are connected helps you to craft a well-balanced life that nurtures and supports not only you, but those around you too.
Learn how these elements are interconnected - and how you can use this knowledge to rise from just surviving in life, to thriving - through this six-episode interview series, where eighteen different guests share their expertise and insights on the integrated nature of our health and our happiness.
The series originally aired exclusively across Waterloo Region in Southwestern Ontario on Rogers TV, and is now being released on YouTube, Apple, and Spotify:
“We were struck by Kelly’s deep desire to assist others in finding true well-being. As a community producer, Kelly works tirelessly to connect viewers with the resources and tools they need
to design their best life.”
~ Charles Wechsler, Station Manager, Rogers TV
Explore the episodes below, and subscribe to make sure you don't miss when they're released:
Healthy Body
Science is showing us that the relationship between a healthy physical body and a healthy mental and emotional state is clearer than ever before. Explore a variety of physical health practices that promote more optimal well-being in the other areas of your life too.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
☑ how and why yoga is beneficial to your body and your mind
☑ how reflexology activates the body’s healing responses
☑ the ways that osteopathy’s approach differs from traditional western medicine
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on health on my Bookshelf page under Mindset/Physiology/Body/Emotions/Spirit.
*Show notes and links:
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use specific search terms like "Bikram yoga [city name]" or "hot yoga [city name]" to find yoga studios near you
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the governing bodies for reflexologists and ostepaths vary by region, so search for "Registered Reflexologist (or Osteopath) [city name]" and/or "governing body for reflexologists (or osteopaths) in [province/state/territory name]" to confirm you're working with a licensed practitioner
Healthy Mind
There are many different factors that contribute to sound mental health, and rather than relying on temporary “Band-Aid” solutions, in this episode we explore an integral approach to assist you in nurturing true, lasting mental wellness.
In this episode, you'll learn about:
☑ three different and complementary approaches toward mental health
☑ the integral importance of counselling
☑ the surprising role of the nutrients in your diet
☑ how we can work to reduce the stigma that still surrounds mental health issues
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on mental health on my Bookshelf page under Mindset/Physiology/Body/Emotions/Spirit.
*Show notes and links:
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the governing bodies for therapists, psychologists, counsellors, and naturopaths vary by region, and there are multiple modalities within each profession, so search for "licensed [type of practitioner] in [city name]" and/or "governing body for [type of practitioner] in [province/state/territory name]" to confirm you're working with a licensed and registered practitioner
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Canadian Mental Health Association: https://cmha.ca/
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American Mental Health Counselors Association: https://www.amhca.org/home
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Mental Health Europe: https://www.mentalhealtheurope.org/
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UK Mental Health Foundation https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/
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Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association https://anzmh.asn.au/
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other countries: search for mental health supports by typing"mental health [country name]" in your browser
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for free science-backed tools for mental health, visit https://www.hubermanlab.com/topics/mental-health
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for the suicide hotline number in Canada and the USA, dial 988, or click here for international suicide hotline numbers. For an impactful story and tactical actions you can take today to move past your darkest times, read this: https://tim.blog/2015/05/06/how-to-commit-suicide/ [note: do NOT commit suicide under *any* circumstances; there is help available to you right now]
Healthy Emotions
Explore the world of emotions in order to embrace them as diagnostic tools that help lead you to your best life, rather than sometimes-unwelcome sensations to be managed or suppressed. Learn to understand and interpret your emotions so that you can respond in healthy ways to the challenges and the triumphs you encounter in your life.
In this episode, we'll explore:
☑ the link between your thoughts, emotions, and body
☑ ways to process and express your emotions in healthy ways
☑ tools to help you shift from heaviness to hope (without glossing over the hard stuff...that's definitely not healthy)
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on emotional regulation on my Bookshelf page under Mindset/Physiology/Body/Emotions/Spirit.
*Show notes and links:
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International Institute for Bodymind Integration (IBI): https://www.bodymind-integration.com/somatic-psychotherapy/
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United States Association for Body Psychotherapy (USABP): https://usabp.org/
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the governing bodies for psychotherapists and holistic health counsellors vary by region, so search for "licensed [type of practitioner] in [city name]" and/or "governing body for [type of practitioner] in [province/state/territory name]" to make sure you're working with a licensed/registered practitioner
Healthy Spirit
Regardless of which spiritual path you’re on – if any path at all – learn from our guest experts who share research and information on our understanding of the effects of spiritual practices on your well-being, your happiness and your peace of mind.
In these three intriguing interviews, you'll learn:
☑ studies that show how your personality type influences your feeling of alignment (or misalignment) with the religious tradition you were born into
☑ how you’re affected by energy fields, including those of others, the field of the collective human spirit, and the energy of 'something greater'
☑ fifteen perennial themes identified by scholars that unite the widely varying world religions, and how they contribute—whether you're religious or not—to leading a happy, fulfilling life
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on emotional regulation on my Bookshelf page under Mindset/Physiology/Body/Emotions/Spirit, Inner Child, Personal Development, Happiness, and Purpose
*Show notes and links:
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to find out your personality type and how it influences your everyday life as well as your spiritual inclinations, visit the official Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) website and take the assessment at https://www.myersbriggs.org/
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explore the body of knowledge at the School of Energy Enlightenment: https://www.tanisday.ca/the-body-of-knowledge
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discover the world's traditions at the Encounter World Religions Centre's flagship experiential Discovery Week: https://www.worldreligions.ca/discovery-week
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learn more about the Science & Health Benefits of Belief (related to the perennial themes discussed with the late JW Windland in the "Healthy Spirit" episode) at https://www.hubermanlab.com/episode/science-and-health-benefits-of-belief-in-god-and-religion-dr-david-desteno
Healthy Relationships
Studies show that strong relationships and communities lead to better overall health and longevity, and to quicker recovery from illness and disease. On the flipside, social isolation has been shown to be a risk factor for many types of health issues, both physical and mental. Learn how to nurture positive social connections, heal the not-so-positive relationships, and find those connections that nourish you.
In this episode, you’ll find out:
☑ how your self-image impacts your relationships with others
☑ how to foster a healthy sense of self-worth
☑ the surprising ways that volunteering impacts your well-being
☑ ways to leverage social media to expand your in-person connections
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on relationships (with yourself and others) on my Bookshelf page under Relationships and Personal Development.
*Show notes and links:
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search for "volunteer opportunities in [your city]" to find causes that resonate
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check your privacy settings on social media regularly to keep up with updates: search for "privacy settings [name of platform]" for instructions
Healthy Environment
Your natural surroundings are some of the most fundamental resources that support your life and your well-being here on Earth. Explore the actions you can take today to make a positive impact on your health and on the health of your local and global environment all at the same time.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
☑ how nature enhances learning, cognition, and self-esteem
☑ why your surroundings affect mood, focus, and stress
☑ timeless wisdom about nurturing your relationship with the earth
☑ a key to living the good life every day that’s also good for the planet
Watch now, then check out some of my favourite books on the environment on my Bookshelf page under Environment.
*Show notes and links:
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search online for "forest school in [your city or province/state]" for alternative education options for children where some or all instruction is outdoors
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search online for "easy ways to spend more time outdoors in [season]" for ideas on bringing more time in nature into your daily routines
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learn more about the wisdom of indigenous cultures on the environment at https://www.earthday.org/the-wisdom-of-indigenous-cultures/
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find "locally-grown food in [your city]" or "restaurants that support local in [your city]" to find food sources that nuture you, your environment, and your local community and businesses
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