Resilient & Resourced Podcast

The Resilient and Resourced Podcast a series of conversations with incredible, heart-strong people who courageously explore what resilience means to them along what role outside resources play in their lives.

For a series of interviews with resilient education workers during the pandemic year, head over to the "For Educators" section.

Grief and Other Things the Body Knows Jennie's relationship with resilience has been marked by a strong sense of knowing that giving up simply wasn't an option. Unravelling the impact of this survival mindset has been a lifelong journey punctuated by deep and significant losses. The ensuing grief and anger led Jennie to explore the wisdom of the body, ways of working with difficult emotions and a passion for helping others do the same.     Jennie is no stranger to grief but she'd be the first to say that it doesn't define her. After the loss of her college ...Read Full Post →

resilient & resourced podcast – season 2, episode 2

Mar 15, 2021

Get Real! Lisa is an energetic empath and self-described "open book" who places great value on her connection with others. She's a strong proponent of being real with those around her so that she can get support when she needs it and give support to others when they need it. With creativity and an optimism that still honours difficult emotions, Lisa has found methods of staying hopeful and resilient through this pandemic year.   Lisa is grateful for her parents who inspired her to develop a strong work ethic and a confidence to rely on her own ability. The self-reliance ...Read Full Post →

resilient & resourced podcast – season 2, episode 1

Mar 2, 2021

Running a Good Race Dr. Barbara Ward has been working in the field of social work for 30 years and is currently the Mental Health Lead for the Waterloo Region District School Board, a Clinical Supervisor and is also a valued workshop presenter in the areas of Resilience and Self-Care. A lifelong runner, Barb draws on the lessons she's learned from her running practice, through recovering from injuries as well as positive psychology and mindfulness. Join us for this inspirational conversation about how leaning into everything can help us build up our stores of resilience for times when it is ...Read Full Post →