In this heart-centered conversation, Paula and Doris sit down with counselor and artist Tanya Levy to explore the powerful connection between creativity, emotional healing, and being truly seen.

Tanya shares how art, in all its forms, writing, movement, nature, even everyday rituals can help us process life’s hardest moments. From working with students navigating anxiety and trauma to her own experiences with grief, she reminds us that healing doesn’t have to be big or overwhelming… sometimes it’s as simple as noticing a tree, holding a stone, or making your favourite tea.

Together, they explore why creativity is such a powerful tool for emotional release, and how it can help us gently “thaw” when we feel stuck or frozen. Through this conversation, Tanya highlights the healing power of authentic connection, being truly seen, heard, and human with one another. Tanya also shares simple, grounding tools to support nervous system regulation, reminding us that healing doesn’t have to be complicated. Tanya reveals how adding just 5% more joy into your day can begin to shift everything.

This episode is a gentle invitation to slow down, get curious, and reconnect with yourself, one small, compassionate step at a time. Learn more about Tanya @ https://linktr.ee/heartladyinspiration

In this special Podcasthon episode of Stress Less, Joy More, we spotlight the inspiring work of Wellspring Stratford Cancer Support Centre.

Our guest, Lisa Stacey, is a yoga and meditation instructor, Reiki master, and the manager of Wellspring Stratford. For over 15 years, she has supported individuals and families navigating the cancer journey with compassion, connection, and practical tools for well-being.

Together, we explore how healing goes beyond medical treatment. Through meditation, breath, gentle movement, and community support, Wellspring offers a safe space where people facing cancer can find hope, calm, and meaningful connection.

Lisa also shares touching stories from the community and guides us through a grounding breathing practice you can use anytime stress or fear arises.

At its heart, this episode is about something we all need— presence, compassion, and the reminder that no one has to face life’s hardest moments alone.

If this conversation touches you, we invite you to learn more about Wellspring Stratford and support their work.
https://wellspring.ca/london-region/locations/stratford/
https://www.instagram.com/podcasthon_en

What if one word could gently guide your entire year?
In this heartfelt episode, Paula and Doris explore the power of choosing a Word of the Year. Doris shares why she chose clarity. Paula shares why she chose awareness.
Together, they reflect on how intention shapes our well-being, beyond goals, beyond hustle.
They dive into:
• Letting go of the “hamster wheel”
• How clarity creates emotional safety
• How awareness brings peace to the nervous system
• Childhood patterns that disconnected us from our needs
• And how less truly can become more
Paula guides a simple grounding awareness practice to support your well-being right now!
This episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and choose a word that supports your growth, peace, and joy this year. This is your invitation to stress less. Enjoy more!
Learn more about Doris @ dorispolakkuder.com and Paula @ paulanowakwellness.com