My S.A.D. Self
Seasonal Depression can be debilitating. Forcing yourself to get out of bed and be a functioning member of society might feel impossible, but it does not have to. Join Richelle Gregg, a horticulturist, gardener, Nature lover, and SAD-sufferer, as she delves into the causes, symptoms, and treatments of the winter blues. She will be sharing the stories of people with SAD and interviewing experts in mental, physical, and spiritual health to help you discover how to live a full, energized life all year long.
Episodes
16 episodes
Jen the Health Coach: The Link Between Depression and Leaky Gut
This week's Loving Note: "Love yourself like you're not waiting for someone else to do it."Leaky gut - picture microscopic food bits sneaking through the intestinal lining and putting your body on high alert. An im...
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Episode 16
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30:13
The Power of Plants: We have a biological need to connect with nature
Loving Note: When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine.Humanity has always been connected to nature. We have used it for food and shelter, medicine and religion, to time our daily tasks as well as our seasonal ones. &nb...
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Episode 15
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18:17
Banishing Bad Thoughts: A Self-Talk Session
LOVING NOTE: Choose FAITH over fear.Richelle has been struggling to stay on the positive side of the fence lately. This week she talks through why she is feeling that way and learns a bit about herself in the process. &n...
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Episode 14
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20:12
Jen the Health Coach: You Are What You Eat - Introduction to Gut Health
LOVING NOTE: Every dream fulfilled begins with a simple wish.Jenn: the Health Coach introduces us to the gut biome and its link to mental wellness. *****SIX THINGS TO NIX*****Along with...
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Episode 13
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31:19
Happy Valentine's Day to Me!
Cards and chocolates & flowers! Oh my! Find out the scientific evidence that shows why we should all get these gifts, not just on Valentine's Day, but on any day, for any reason!THIS WEEK'S LOVING NOTE: ...
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Episode 12
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20:24
Everything You Need to Know About "D" Sunshine Vitamin
When we are exposed to UVB rays, the good cholesterol in our skin makes vitamin D, but a vitamin, by definition, comes from our diets. Wait...what? And aren't UVB rays bad for us? We take it to help with calcium absorption...
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Episode 11
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22:39
The Depressing Reality of Procrastination (...Sorry It's Late)
About 20% of the population are self-proclaimed procrastinators. Procrastination and depression go hand-in-hand. Find out why and learn ways to weaken the link between them. LOVING NOTE: The things that we love tell us who ...
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Episode 10
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30:59
Let's Talk Mental Health
In this very special episode, Richelle talks about the Bell Let's Talk initiative to help Canadians talk about mental health issues She provides practical information for starting conversations about mental health, promoting recovery fr...
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Episode 9
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26:49
Battle the Blah's Using Self-Care Strategies
There's no getting around it, Winter is here and we are all starting to feel the blah's.The trick to getting through them is to take time to care for yourself and your well being. Allowing yourself to feel good, whether physically, mentally...
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Episode 8
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20:12
Richelle's Story - How I found my true self while battling depression
In this episode, Richelle reveals all - from being tormented by bullies as a child, to her current attitude, this personal account is heartfelt and honest. Find out how she discovers her love for horticulture and landscape design, learn...
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Episode 7
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23:39
Sleep and S.A.D. (or Why I Become a Bear in the Winter)
It doesn't matter is you have depression or not, we all know that sleep is important; but did you know that SAD-sufferers are wired differently and may be genetically programmed to, for lack of a better word, hibernate?? Find out how da...
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Episode 6
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12:23
The Importance of Routine and Why Everyone Should Use Light Therapy
When you suffer from depression, having a morning routine is essential to starting the day right. After reading Mel Robbins' books "The 5 Second Rule" and "The High 5 Habit", Richelle has created a routine that motivates her and encourage...
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Episode 5
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20:15
How to Survive the Holidays
Richelle talks to Betty-Ann Buott MEd. CCC RCT, counselor and life coach, about ways to cope with the stress we all feel around this time of year. Parties, family, shopping, baking and decorating can pull us in many directions at once and...
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Episode 4
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21:20
Do You Have the Winter Blues or Are You S.A.D. Too?
Richelle, a S.A.D. sufferer, talks about what seasonal affective disorder really is. Learn who is prone to it, why it occurs and what the symptoms are. Find out if the "Winter Blues" is the same as S.A.D. and the roles that serotonin and melato...
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Episode 3
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10:14