Rise Today Inspirational Podcast

Brad Reed is an Executive Coach & Trainer, and the founder of Repurpose You. As an expert in Mindfulness, Brad is on the show to share his truly inspirational story about how he used mindful practices and meditation to thrive through chronic pain and anxiety.   For this live episode, Dr Erica Harris was joined by guest Cohost Brian Bachand

Are you or a loved one facing a trying loss and/or navigating grief? Audrey White is a grief coach who is here to help you pave a path from pain to peace. She shares her own personal journey with extreme tragedy and loss, to help all of the Risers & Thrivers to benefit from her experience and expertise.    As a young woman myself who had once faced the words of a 2 month terminal prognosis at just 36 years old and with 2 babies in tow (11.5 bonus years ago and counting) all I wanted was for my nearest and dearest to live their brightest and richest lives ahead, if that prognosis had come true.   Honour your loved one by truly "living" today in every way you can ...and learn the tools to start walking your path from pain to peace.

Risers and thrivers: Be inspired by my dear friend, Genevieve McLean!   She's an inspirational "3" time cancer survivor and thriver, now living life to the fullest and married to Kirk McLean, a retired NHL goaltender and a true legend here in Vancouver!    Genevieve first faced AML (leukaemia) as a child, when she did only 1/2 of the treatment protocol at BC Children's Hospital and left to pursue alternative medicine. It was a success.    She was in remission for 9 years, then relapsed. She only learned of the relapse after an injury endured while snowboarding and went for a regular routine check up. As a young adult, she was treated at VGH and had a bone marrow transplant, with thanks to her incredible brother who served as her donor, her lifeline.    Her 3rd time facing cancer was now 7 years ago, only 6 months after she first met Kirk.   A 6X5inch adrenal tumour was discovered and fortunately, a surgical procedure to excise the Tumor was 100% successful. Despite all that she's faced, she's also professionally modelled, has achieved a degree in business, and has worked for the Yellow Pages Group for almost 15 years as a top sales rep in media sales!   She's also given back to the cancer community in every way she can- she's volunteered at Camp Good Times (summer camp for kids with cancer) and has sat on the board of the Michael Cuccione Foundation.     No matter what you are facing today, hold on to hope and actively seek out inspirational role models like Genevieve!     Tag your friends who may need inspiration and follow along here @60daystolive2012 for more stories of hope, resilience and inspiration to be empowered to overcome your hard days and to live today with more vitality and joy! Xx Survivor Girl

Risers and Thrivers: Get ready to be inspired by this small but mighty, adorable little cancer survivor, Jocelyn!  Jocelyn was diagnosed with T-cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) at only 7 years old in 2019 and faced a gruelling 2 1/2 year battle ahead... but she never lost HOPE.   Through it all Jocelyn would bring joy to other kids going through cancer treatments by bringing the gifts or marathon metals from an organization that had Jocelyn hand them out to other kids.   Jocelyn finally rang the bell, finishing treatments in January of 2021.    The time off treatment hasn't been easy for Jocelyn, it's been a roller-coaster of unknowns and ups and downs with her health. And yet, through it all, Jocelyn passionately continues to give back to the childhood cancer community that helped her through her own journey. She became the 2021 Girl of the Year for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of San Diego, and her amazing mom was also part of the Man and Woman of the Year for LLS organization in 2022!   Through all of the unknowns Jocelyn is thriving. She is making leaps and bounds in school, playing club soccer, enjoying her busy social life with friends, planning fundraisers to help make dreams come true for other kids fighting cancer and the best part, making up for the lost time that cancer stole from her.     Follow along and visit our website for more stories of hope, inspiration and resilience!

We are joined today by Dr. David Harper, who is here to share all the latest and greatest research and science behind the ever popular Keto Diet!  Dr. David is a health educator, scientist, researcher, associate professor of kinesiology, and the highly acclaimed author of the "Bio Diet"... aaannnd is my friend!  Join us to learn how to empower yourself in your own health to maximize your energy and to and take back your power from illness and disease! #keto #ketodiet #evidencebased #sciencebacked #healthyliving #nutrition #wellness #healthyeating #food #healthyfood #beempowered

We're BAAAAACK with our new season!!! Today we are inspired by the wonderful Dr Alex DiGiacomo, a Registered Psychologist who is on a mission to raise awareness and funds to ensure that all kids and parents have access to high quality psychological care if they need or want it.   Dr Alex is currently biking across Canada to spread her message! She is here to share her personal story behind this mission, where she is today and how those legs are feeling!  Join us in cheering on Alex, asking questions, and learning about her mission as a champion to promote better access to quality mental health care! Be inspired Risers! Follow for more stories of hope, inspiration, resiliency and goodness!  Xx ❤️❤️ Survivor Girl #risetodayinspirationalpodcast #risetoday #inspirationalstories #mentalhealth #inspiration #inspirational #bikeacrosscanada #cycle #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate #mindset #psychologist #beinspired #joinus #bethechange #empowered #mentalhealthsupport

Gabriel Sullivan and William Heacox join us. Since each facing the death of a child they have joined forces to encourage and to support other fathers who've lost a child by creating the podcast: Lost Boys to Found Fathers!   If you know any fathers who have faced the loss of a child, please encourage them to join us today to ask questions or connect with William and Gabriel and to open up the conversation around grief and men's mental health.   Learn more at RiseToday.com and Follow along for more stories of overcoming struggle, hope and inspiration! And be sure to follow dr.ericaharris on IG and Dr Erica Harris on Facebook for inspiration, links to episodes, and announcements of upcoming live broadcasts of each of our episodes. #risetodayinspirationalpodcast #risetoday #survivorgirl #drericaharris #ericaharris #survivorgirl #inspirationalpodcast #grief #lossofachild #parenting #fathers #father #dads #dad #loss #mensmentalhealth #mentalhealth #grieving #struggle #healing

BE INSPIRED by Coach Andrew Petty, @andrew_petty_coach who empowers his community to transform FEARS of mortality into motivation to LIVE with more “guts and gusto” as he refers to it!  Learn more at RiseToday.com and Follow along for more stories of overcoming struggle, hope and inspiration! And be sure to follow dr.ericaharris on IG and Dr Erica Harris on Facebook for inspiration, links to episodes, and announcements of upcoming live broadcasts of each of our episodes. #fear #anxiety #motivation #inspirationalpodcast #risetodayinspirationalpodcast #risetoday #podcast #mortality #dying ##resilience #mentalheath #healthiswealth #healthandwellness #inspirational #inspiration #beinspired #liveyourbestlife #coach #coaching #lifecoach

As promised: the very inspirational @chronicallyjohanna from Vaasa Finland joins the RISE TODAY INSPIRATIONAL PODCAST!   Johanna has long since faced autoimmune disorders and chronic pain from ankylosing spondylitis, reactive arthritis, and fibromyalgia. She shares a discussion wiht Dr Erica Harris about their shared experience with the need for acceptance, courage, and avoiding learned helplessness.    Be inspired by how she's taken back her power from her invisible disease, and Rise Today!

Daniel Maté is an award winning lyricist and composer, serves as a "Mental Chiropractor," and is the Co-Author of "THE MYTH OF NORMAL: TRAUMA, ILLNESS AND HEALING IN A TOXIC CULTURE."  Daniel is developing a workshop with Dr Gabor Maté, his father (also a good friend and mentor of Dr Erica) to help transform past based dynamics in adult-child parent relationships. All episodes of the Rise Today Inspirational Podcast are available at www.Risetoday.com/podcasts or any of your favourite streaming platforms! Look back in the past show episodes to hear the Dr Erica Harris and her conversation with Dr. Gabor Maté. Follow along to be inspired, empowered and supported on your journey of healing and personal growth!

Be inspired and be empowered by the amazing Sydney Gill @sydney_gill who is here to share her powerful story. Sydney was diagnosed at age 15 with Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, following a broken collar bone that led to the discovery of an extra rib causing pain and pressure on her nerves. Moving through the experience of multiple surgeries in the US and Canada, Sydney has formed a hopeful and realistic outlook for rising through the difficulties and finding hope and joy through her empowered approach.      

Today on the podcast we are joined by Sylvia Sunstrum, @sassy_withstyle, a breast-cancer survivor, motivational speaker and a passionate wellness influencer. She is here to inspire us all to defy stereotypes of aging and to live a more vibrant and holistic life!   Also an informative conversation about  Menopause and Women's health issues, a cause close to Dr Erica's heart, as she has experienced chemotherapy induced menopause since the age 35. A great and important discussion that never receives enough attention.   Be inspired!  

The Rise Today Inspirational Podcast is back for Season 3!!! And we're back for another season all because of you and your incredible support! Thank YOU! We will kick off Season 3 with someone who truly emulates the mission of the show! Meet the lovely Rachael Huish, a truly inspirational single mom who will open up about @thebattlessheswon through the years: Teen pregnancy, divorce, abusive relationships, childhood trauma, and more. I promise you will BE INSPIRED to see how she thrives through it all!

ADHD has a tremendous effect upon the lives of those who have it, and is woefully under-diagnosed in girls and women. Anne Marie DeLuise is an Actor and newly diagnosed with ADHD herself. She joins Dr Erica Harris to describe how this diagnosis has provided her with answers to her patterns of struggles she has long faced. 

Alex McCloy is a survivor child abuse, and is a PTSD, depression, and suicide warrior! She is an amazing mom and advocate for those surviving abuse, domestic violence and trauma. Only recently has she opened up about her story and she's here to discuss advancing from surviving to thriving, and to help light the path for others! Join us in celebration of her accomplishments and powerful inspirational story. 

Dr Erica Harris welcomes Parenting Coach Sean Donahue to the show! Sean brings his vibrant and passionate personality to the podcast, sharing insight and techniques for working with our children and teens. 

As a young mom, Tracey Ehman battled breast cancer and won! She is now the bestselling Author of "The Silver Lining of Cancer," Host of the Silver Lining Conversations Podcast, and a Social Media Strategist who tripled her business while battling cancer. Tracey brings people together to embrace the silver lining in their lives and make an impact.  

Cat Ray is a Behçet disease warrior. She was diagnosed early in life with a dangerous and rare diagnosis of Behçet Disease. She joins Dr Erica Harris today to discuss her attitude of perseverance and hope. She is an incredible light and force of strength and endurance!

Johan Van Vuren, the Manfromsomewhere on Instagram (@vjohanv) joins Dr Erica Harris to share his inspirational story of surviving and thriving the trauma of childhood abuse. This interview was intitially broadcast live. To follow our live recordings, please follow the Dr Erica Harris page on Facebook, and watch Instagram @dr.ericaharris for announcements. We record every other Tuesday at 1pm PST.

The incredible Golden Gate Suicide Survivor, Kevin Hines joins Dr Erica Harris to discuss his inspirational journey of survival, mental health advocacy, and the importance of suicide awareness and communication with those in need. Kevin's motto is #beheretomorrow and everyday after that!  

Peter Twist is a Coach, Author and Sports Scientist. He joins Dr Erica Harris to share experience and wisdom learned through surviving Stage 4 cancer, finding his best self through embracing struggle, and thriving above it all.

Gentry Jones shares her powerful story of recovery from alcohol addiction, overcoming shame and fear to embrace ownership, surrender, and acceptance in order to thrive through the struggle. 

Dr Erica Harris welcomes Holly Frances to the Podcast. Holly is the author of Happily Ever After, her comeback story as a paralyzed new mother that overcame the impossible. Following the onset of Guillian-Barre Syndrome Holly went from being on life support in the ICU for months to learning to walk again. She is now a certified fitness trainer, helping others find their strength. Holly's incredible recovery videos have inspired millions of people around the world.

Miranda Frigon received her first double lung transplant at 26 years old. 4 1/2 years later she experienced chronic rejection and was immediately placed in a coma until new lungs could be found. January of 2020 she received another double lung transplant. During that period she had to battle her kidneys shutting down. She is currently on dialysis 4 times per week, waiting for a kidney transplant.   PLEASE feel the spirit of a season of giving and share this message. Let's fill up the organ donation lists in our communities, and hope and work to help Miranda to find the kidney she needs.    When scheduling this interview Miranda told us: "Despite all this I live a great life with my 13 year old son, he is what keeps me going everyday." She is here to teach us all how she Rises Each Day with inspiration and hope.

Canada is a nation known around the World for it's multi cultural greatness. And yet, uncovered truths show that we've had a government who intentionally served to force children of Indigenous communities to attend "residential schools" for the purpose of cultural genocide. Children were collected from their communities- some from their own front yard while outside playing with friends, as young as 6years old, without parental consent. Once in the school system, the children were neglected and made to face physical/mental/sexual abuse, even wrongful death.  We thank Bruce Allan, a residential school survivor, for joining us today on the Rise Today Inspirational Podcast - to open up the conversation, to continue to uncover secrets, to propel truth and awareness, and to share how we can all contribute to help this community heal from all that it has endured.  

Shanere and Lee AceDaFace Clayton are an ultimate power couple who do literally everything together. Talk, Laugh, Cry, Eat, Adventure, Parent, and Workout. They are here to share their inspirational experiences with health, fitness, leadership, music, and helping other heal from trauma. Plus a sample of AceDaFace's song "Breathe" rapped live at the end of the interview.

Extreme adventure athlete and focus of the Netflix documentery "River Runner," Scott Lindgren, had continually pushed every limit, both mentally and physically, until a brain cancer diagnosis awakened him to a world of mindfulness, meditation, acceptance and awareness. He is here to share how he coped with this life change and continued the adventure of life. Be inspired!!!

Jeff Walker is the CEO of Sincere Solutions, and the founder of Men Of Recovery Evolving (MORE). He is a committed and focused advocate, providing solutions for men with complex trauma and mental health issues. Jeff joins Dr Erica Harris to discuss his experience rising and thriving through his experience of suffering a stroke in 2019.

Sharon Blady is a Healthcare Trainer, an inspirational Mental Health Advocate, and the former Health Minister of Manitoba. On this episode she tells us about personal and family experience with psychological health issues, surviving and escaping the trauma of domestic violence, and how public advocacy and action can be a powerful coping skill to transcend suffering and Rise Today. 

Dr Erica Harris is joined by the wonderful and inspirational Eileen Davidson. Eileen is a writer and a rheumatoid arthritis patient advocate from Vancouver BC Canada. She is a member of the Arthritis Research Canada arthritis patient advisory board member, and Canadian Institutes of Health Research, and a regular writer for Creaky Joints. Visit her personal blog at www.chroniceileen.com. 

Sam Led is a transformational coach and intuitive mindset specialist who helps others to transcend the obstacles to happiness and meeting their goals, and the host and creator of The Fearless Now Podcast. Sam is here to share his inspirational experiences, powerful mindset, and discussion about ADHD symptoms, emotional barriers, and overcoming the fears that hold us back. 

Lexi Taylor is the guest today on the Rise Today Podcast! Taylor is a marketing, sales, and project consultant, and President of Lexi Taylor, Inc. She is also a tireless advocate for education and awareness for Transgender Health, which she is doing today by sharing her inspirational story of gender dysphoria and the coming out process. This is a very important episode, thank you for listening!   This conversation was guided by Taylor. Before recording we discussed with her what terms, names, pronouns and references should be used to describe her life and her story. We are grateful for her guidance in this episode, and we know you will find her story moving and empowering! 

This is a Rise Today Replay, with one of our most popular episodes, featuring Gabor Mate. We are replaying our episodes in preparation for a return to live broadcasting in September. More details to come. Watch this feed and make sure to follow us on FaceBook and at Risetoday.com/podcast Gabor Mat inspirational author, speaker, addiction expert, and trauma focused healer Gabor Mate. Gabor shares his vision on learning and thriving through trauma, addiction, mental health symptoms, medical issues, and what healing looks like.

This episode is a replay of one of our earlier interviews, in preparation for our new live interviews coming up in September. Enjoy these inspirational stories, and stay tuned to the podcast feed for more details about how you can listen to our live interviews and get involved with the show.  Jill Wheatly is a mountaineering adventurer who lost 70% of her vision after a traumatic brain injury in 2014 has now come to see her world with more clarity than ever before. 

2 Time Paralympic champion Mac Marcoux is our guest, telling us how he faced the loss of his vision to continue competing and thriving as a world-class Alpine Skier. He shares his inspirational story of faith and determination and how he lives so that he enjoys each day.  In this episode Dr Erica Harris is joined by Guest CoHost Brian Bachand, founder & CEO of Evolution Evolution.

Dr. Shimi Kang is an award winning doctor, researcher, and author. She is a specialist in science based parenting, especially with neurological development, motivation, and teaching healthy habits for children. Dr. Kang is the author of several books on research-founded parenting, including: "The Tech Solution: Creating Healthy Habits for Kids Growing Up in a Digital World," and "The Dolphin Way: A Parent's Guide to Raising Healthy, Happy, and Motivated Kids."

Temi Ayodeji is an Artist, Coach, and the loving parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum. She is sharing her wonderful story of inspiration, hope, and happiness. Temi shows us how she creates and teaches Art as a creative outlet for healing.

Unni Turrettini a speaker, motivator, and expert in empowering ourselves through suffering. As a nonfiction author she has written "The Mystery of the Lone Wolf Killer," and "Betraying the Nobel." She is no stranger to perseverance and accomplishment, and is on the podcast to tell us about her methods of empowerment and taking responsibility for life and all of it's complications.  

Amy Freinberg-Trufas is an inspirational coach, author, and expert in health and wellness. She is also the author of the book "Eat with Ease Everyday. Make the Life You Want. BE HAPPY!" Her powerful message is one of health and weight management that rejects models of deprivation and shame, instead embracing healthy perspectives to finally find ease around eating.   

Carter Parry is a healthy young surfer who was hit with a terrible infection that took a leg and a lung. He joins the podcast to tell us how he has thrived and still moves ahead with surfing, recovery, and hope. 

Today we are honored to have the inspirational author, speaker, addiction expert, and trauma focused healer Gabor Mate. Gabor shares his vision on learning and thriving through trauma, addiction, mental health symptoms, medical issues, and what healing looks like. 

Lindsay Clark is a strong survivor and Thriver who came on the show to tell us about her experiences with addiction, struggle, recovery, and sobriety. Her strength to change and live a life worth living free from substances will help you and all of us to Rise Today.  This episode was originally live cast over The Rise Today and Dr. Erica Harris FaceBook Groups. Subscribe today to follow our recordings, where you can watch live and even have your questions answered by our inspirational guests.

Chris Revill is a Podcast host, interviewer, producer, caseworker, and mental health advocate. He joins us to discuss this experiences with PTSD, triggered by nearly loosing his wife to a complicated childbirth, and how he survived to thrive through this adversity.

Life Coach & Devoted Dad Furkhan Dandia tells us about his experience with divorce, fatherhood, and making the transition from success in his field of engineering to building a career and education in psychology and helping others rise and thrive in their adversity.

Dan Glaze is a Veteran of the Royal Marines, an innovative psychotherapist, and a survivor. He shares with us his story of rising through suffering to become an expert in treating men's mental health issues and to heal and inspire others around him.  

Meg Boberg, professional writer and advocate for mental health awareness, tells us about her experiences with managing Bipolar Disorder, finding treatment resources, self-acceptance, and how she has thrived through adversity.

Maureen McGrath is an expert in sexual health and sexless marriages. She shares inspiring tips about sexual health and maintaining strong relationships through healthy intimacy.

Today we are inspired by Heidi Pero, who is here to share her inspirational story in surviving rectal cancer. She openly shares about the hardships of needing a stoma and how she rose above it all. Carry this inspiration forward into the New Year to live your best life each and every day!

We are honored to speak with Canada's own Man in Motion, Rick Hansen, as he talks about his experience as a Paralympian, advocacy for individuals with disabilities, and positive reframing to Rise Up in response to life's obstacles.

Beth Anne Nagal tells us about the struggles and the joys of the process of adoption, and how her wonderful family has thrived through it all.   

Andrew Arida shares with us his inspirational story of coping through his diagnosis of cancer, and the role that reframing, hope, determination, and goal setting have helped him to maintain a strong marriage, meet his role as a father, and to truly thrive.