For our summer mini episodes we’re giving our first responders a break, and instead, putting a bandaid on a current emergency: should we be forcing ourselves to be social out of fear that we’re becoming reclusive? We weigh the pros and cons of being alone, while comparing our social lives and how we’ve grown to be more comfortable with giving ourselves what we need.

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For our summer mini episodes we’re giving our first responders a break, and instead, putting a bandaid on a current emergency: if we want to live long and stay healthy, is getting angry the answer? Inspired by reactions to Ariana Madix on Vanderpump Rules season 11, and coloured by our own experiences, we explore why we might feel vilified instead of celebrated for expressing ourselves.

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While it might be a wrap on season 1, it doesn't mean we're slowing down! In this episode, we open up the trusty notes app and get into what we've got planned for season 2. We'll be back with episodes this summer, and until then, head over to our Instagram and let us know what you think about these emergencies or ones you'd like us to tackle — we'd love to hear it!

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Our first responders this week are Calgary artists Michelle Atkinson and Billie Rae Busby. These two have done what many deem impossible, making art their full-time job. Wow, did we cover some territory: Can your heart’s work really be your 9-5? Do creations lose their authenticity or intrinsic value when we monetize them? Can we even appreciate “good art” when we are inundated with content? Strap in and enjoy this worthwhile ride with two incredible women!

3:08 - The journey taken to becoming full time artists

7:52 - How they became artists that could generate income

17:43 - Has our access to art via social media affected how we appreciate it?

26:05 - Do you risk losing authentic joy when seeking monetary compensation?

35:26 - The value of setting your own goals and metrics for success

38:34 - Making it happen as an artist: multiple income streams

55:57 - Opinions around having a financial safety net before making the leap

1:04:41 - Making things happen for themselves because they actually like what they do

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Michelle Atkinson

Billie Rae Busby

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This week’s first responder is Laura Silver, a certified death doula. We tackle the paradox, as Laura says, that “death is often mentioned subtly and in hushed tones, and yet it is life’s one absolute guarantee.” This conversation was enlightening, heartfelt, and at times downright delightful. She shared the transcendent elements of death but also the practical steps that make all the difference.

2:08 - Laura explains what a death doula is

2:40 - How Laura became a death doula

7:26 - The growing need for death doulas

11:03 - Topics Laura covers in her dying and death workshops

15:38 - What a day in the life of a death doula looks like

28:08 - What she’s learned and how she manages her own grief

32:49 - Her experience with the “other side”

37:04 - Misconceptions she’d like to clear up

46:10 - Where you can find Laura

Get in touch with Laura: https://www.deathdoulalaura.ca/

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Our first responder this week is Matt Widmer, co-founder of Wild Life Distillery. Although Matt’s distillery creates delicious bevies, our topic of conversation was the friendship agreement that he authored. Although it started as a lark, this ‘contractual agreement’ ensures Matt and his business partner Keith Robinson keep their friendship of primary importance. It turns out it’s a beautiful representation of not only how they run WLD, but live their lives.

2:12 - How Wildlife Distillery came to be

8:23 - Benefits of going into business with a friend

9:31 - Co-owner Keith’s impromptu take on the friendship agreement

11:21 - Matt shares what the friendship agreement is about

16:43 - How their business philosophy reflects in day-to-day life

21:45 - Matt’s advice for friends considering going into business together

24:43 - What Matt thinks they got really right and really wrong

27:29 - The benefits of growing up as a “restaurant kid”

30:40 - Where you can find Wildlife products

Learn more about Wild Life: https://wildlifedistillery.ca

Follow them on IG: @wldspirits

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This week’s first responders are The Danish Girls, Ali Larsen and Gillian Bell, two members of a Calgary real-estate team. The current state of the real-estate market is anxiety inducing for many, but Ali and Gill quell worries with enduring truths that will never change, regardless of current mortgage rates. They also share how they approach the real-estate game a little differently and empower our listeners to do the same.

2:34 - How Ali and Gill got into real estate

5:14 - Why the “Danish Girls”

11:15 - What differentiates their team

20:43 - Is real estate a wise investment?

36:19 - Enduring truths about real estate

42:11 - Why do realtors leave their business cards behind?

41:21 - Funny/weird things they’ve experienced in their profession

47:58 - Advice to aspiring realtors

Resources and links:

https://thedanishgirls.com/

Personality test they refer to: True Colours

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Our first responder this week is Angell Kelly, intuitive and spiritual coach. Angell makes the abstract concept of tapping into our intuition concrete as we discuss what it is and what it’s not and where to start if you have no clue. Join us as we experience some major ‘ahas’ in the presence of Angell — we’re confident that that you will too.

2:50 - How Angell arrived at being someone who offers spiritual guidance

9:20 - Balancing her 9-5 with spiritual coaching

12:35 - Angell’s definition of intuition

14:55 - Instinct vs. intuition

17:16 - Distinguishing your intuition vs. the other voices

19:50 - Is intuition more in the body vs. mind?

22:26 - How Angell approaches “forks in the road”

30:43 - Common intuition blocks

37:35 - How Angell’s life has shifted since tapping into her intuition

43:05 - Tips for finding a spiritual practitioner

46:12 - Services Angell offers

Find Angell: https://www.angellkelly.com/

Insta: @angelllkelly

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