The Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!

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Join Alicya, Deb, and Sue as they share the ups, the downs and everything in between on being a midlife woman in today's world. It's like sitting down for a chat with your best friends. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!

Alicya Perreault, Deb Graham, Sue Blair


    • Jun 29, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 85 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Taming Crazy Podcast: Views from Midlife!

    Happiness - Season Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 37:45


    In the Season Finale, we're talking about the search for happiness. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The Happiness Project by Gretchen RubinThe Happiness Advantage by Shawn AchorThe Happiness of  Pursuit  by Chris Guillebeau (Youtube)Arthur BrooksIs This a Midlife Crisis?Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Making Friends

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2022 42:45


    How do you make friends in midlife? We're exploring this subject and so much more!Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Loneliness & Aging

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 34:40


    We're talking about loneliness and agingReal conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Companion Robots for New York seniorsAll The Lonely People DocumentaryMen's Sheds CanadaMen's Sheds UKHappy to Chat Bench InititiveEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Introverts: It's Our Time to Shine

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2022 36:14


    We're introverts and since one-third to one-half of the population are introverts too, chances are you are one or you know one. Listen in as we share our experiences with introversion.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Quiet: The Power of Introverts by Susan CainSusan Cain Ted TalkEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Motherhood - The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 34:30


    We're talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a mom.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Lost DaughterShirley ValentineCBC article on the aging populationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Is Menopause a Hormone Deficiency?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 34:35


    Is menopause a hormone deficiency?  Listen to what we think about this controversial subject.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Dr. Jen GunterDr. Louise NewsonThe Menopause Charity (UK)North American Menopause SocietyEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Empowering Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 33:00


    We're talking about empowering women and girls in today's world. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Dr Google

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 37:27


    We're chatting about the Do's and Dont's of 'Googling' your health symptoms.Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Science Up FirstWebMDMayo ClinicHealth CanadaNHS-UKEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Are You Overthinking?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 38:30


    Overthinking often leads to excessive worrying and anxiety so if you find yourself overthinking, you're not alone. We're sharing our thoughts on the downside of overthinking. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Anxiety CanadaTogether AllCAMHRelax, Dammit!: A User's Guide to the Age of Anxiety by Timothy CaulfieldCanadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice

    Season 3 - Catching Up!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 34:00


    We're back for Season 3. Catching up, new beginnings, wildfires, and so much more!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Season Two Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 28:30


    It's our last episode of the season and we're talking about Dr. Jen Gunter's new book - The Menopause Manifesto. We're also sharing important lessons we've learned over the past year so come and join us for our 75th episode!!#menopause #DrJenGunterReal women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:The Menopause ManifestoDr. Jen Gunter on TwitterJensplaining on CBC Gem Season 1Cancer & Covid-19 - What You Need To KnowLeaving The Nest Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Men's Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 31:10


    June 13th is Men's Mental Health Day.*Trigger Warning*In this episode, we're talking about mental health including depression and suicide. This subject may be triggering to some but it's an important subject we need to talk about Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Roman Kemp: Our Silent EmergencySilent Crisis - HuffPostMen's Den CanadaWalk A LongEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Keeping Up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 35:57


    Finding Your Roots

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 37:50


    Finding your roots and discovering your family ancestry can take you on an emotional journey for connections. Join us as we share our experiences with this fascinating subject.Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Life After Covid-19

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 30:00


    Dare we dream of life after Covid-19? Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources mentioned in this episodeThe Canadian PressScience Up FirstEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    It's All Too Much!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 29:26


    Since it's Mental Health Awareness and Mother's Day this week, it's a good time to acknowledge the struggles women face today. We see you, we support you, and we're celebrating your strength!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Letting Go

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 33:58


    There's a reason why Marie Kondo & The Minimalists are so popular; many of us have trouble letting go of all the stuff we accumulate. Listen in as we share our experiences with holding on to too much stuff!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Pandemic Summer Planning

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 32:15


    We're talking about Summer, Cottagecore, the Bay City Rollers and all sorts of things this week!. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 39:52


    We're delving into memories this week and discovering they're more important than we think they are!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!ResourcesBefore I go to Sleep by S J WatsonAberfanEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Stress: Bending Without Breaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 34:39


    Stress has been called the silent killer yet so many of us carry it around. In this global pandemic, many of us are at our breaking point so it's time to face it head-on and learn to manage it before it becomes too much!Resources  Stress Management Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Leaving the Nest

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 41:30


    We're chatting about how to prepare our kids for leaving home. Whether it's to go to university or to gain their independence, eventually, they will leave... or will they?   Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    What You Need To Know About Shingles

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 30:45


    Shingles can affect anyone at any age. Listen in as Deb shares her personal struggle with this painful and often debilitating disease. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Shingles (alberta.ca)Mayo Clinic InformationCDC - Shingrix InformationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Favourites

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 43:45


    We're lightening the mood this week and talking about our favourite types of movies, books, songs, and TV shows. We're also sharing some traits that we've been keeping to ourselves... until now! Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Loneliness: The Social Isolation Epidemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 40:56


    Loneliness can affect anyone at any time but it has become an epidemic during the current pandemic. There's a big difference between being alone and being lonely so this week we're talking about our experiences with being lonely and how it can affect our mental health. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:John CacioppoEvery Conversation CountsCanadian Mental Health AssociationEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Look For The Helpers

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 30:30


    We're tired of negativity and have changed our focus to look for the helpers. At times of despair, disaster, and darkness, always look for the helpers!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    No Place For Bullies

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 39:30


    February 24th is Pink Shirt Day. A day where we stand up against bullying. If you or someone you know has been bullied, you're not alone! Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Alberta Bullying Prevention ResourcesPink Shirt Day Calgary & Area Child Advocacy CentreThe Asshole Survival Guide by Robert I. SuttonEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Wear What You Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 39:14


    Are you tired of being told what to wear once you hit 40, 50 and beyond? We are too! We've decided to wear what we want because life's too short to play by the rules!Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Cancer & Covid-19: What You Need To Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 30:45


    Did you know that cancer diagnosis rates have dropped significantly during the pandemic? We're talking about why this isn't a good thing and what you need to know about early diagnosis and treatment. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Canadian Cancer SocietyAHS Cancer Care AlbertaWorld Cancer DayEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Binge-Watching Our Way Through a Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2021 35:14


    It seems everyone is doing it so we're sharing what we're binge-watching right now. Is binge-watching a bad thing? We're exploring the pros and cons of spending so much time with our favourite t.v. characters. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Cabin Fever Anyone?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 32:41


    Anyone else dealing with cabin fever right now? It's #BellLetsTalk day on January 28th so we thought it was the perfect time to talk about cabin fever and share what's up with our mental health (we may have thrown a few rants in for good measure too!)Covid-19 has sent anxiety rates skyrocketing so please reach out for help if your suffering. Real women. Real conversations.Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources:Bell Let's TalkAHS Mental Health ResourcesCanadian Mental Health AssociationUK Mental Health HelplinesUS Mental Health HelplinesEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Finding Gratitude When Life Gets Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 32:09


    We're back after a long Christmas break and sharing what we've learned about finding gratitude when life gets hard.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Finding the Funny Side of Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 33:30


    Since this is our last episode of 2020 we thought we'd share some of our most embarrassing moments and reasons why we think laughter is vital even in our darkest moments.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Sleeping Through a Pandemic

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 31:59


    Insomnia is on the rise and on the verge of becoming a global health issue. We're talking about this and so much more!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Cooking Fatigue and Failures

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 35:30


    We're sharing our thoughts on cooking fatigue and revealing our biggest cooking disasters.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Finding Your Passion: Have You Found Yours?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 34:38


    We're often told we need to find our passion but what happens if you can't find it? Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Dirty Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 33:00


    We're discussing our new obsession with Go Clean Co and their Instagram stories. We've never felt so clean! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Go Clean Co Instagram StoriesThe Cleaning Army HandbookEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Saying Sorry: Is It Ever Too Late?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 27:20


    As Canadians, we're very familiar with saying sorry but is it ever too late to apologize? Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Our Views on Aging

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 34:00


    As we get older, we're discovering that aging isn't as bad as we thought. In fact, it's a good thing!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya Perreaultas bad as we thought

    Imposter Syndrome: When Fear Holds You Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 31:39


    Have you ever let fear stop you from achieving your dream or have you accomplished something but felt like you didn't deserve the accolades? If you answered, yes, you may be suffering from imposter syndrome. Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya Perreault

    The Fine Art of Doing Nothing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 35:15


    We saying no to overworking and under-living. We're learning the true value of doing nothing and we think you should too! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    First Aid for Your Brain!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 27:10


    World Mental Health Day is on October 10th so we're talking about Psychological First Aid this week. Sue explains what it is and why we all should learn first aid for the brain.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources discussed this week:Psychological First Aid: The BasicsEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    The Woo Woo World of Alternative Therapies

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 33:30


    To woo or not to woo, that is the question. Essential oils, bee sting therapy, & water fasting. We're talking all things woo woo this week and sharing our opinions on whether to woo or not!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Resources discussed this week:Timothy Caulfield Twitter InstagramEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Are You Putting On Pandemic Pounds?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 37:53


    Many of us turn to food during stressful times and living with a global pandemic is no exception. Listen in as Alicya, Deb and Sue share their experience with putting on pandemic pounds.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    We're Back for Season 2!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2020 34:15


    We're starting Season 2 with a topic many of us as dealing with right now. We're sharing our feelings about sending kids back to school while in the middle of a global pandemic. With so much fear, anxiety & uncertainty, how are our kids dealing with going back to school?Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Season One Finale

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 28:25


    As season one comes to an end, we're revisiting the topics that have made us laugh, grow, and connect. We're taking a Summer break and will back in September.Have a wonderful Summer!!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Finding Balance When Life Gets Heavy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 36:12


    This week we're talking about how we find balance when life feels heavy. We're talking about pandemic fatigue, emotional hangovers, and all the current news that contributes to our overload. We've got some solutions too!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Racism: Breaking The Silence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2020 31:39


    This week we're discussing racism, the #blacklivesmatter movement, and how breaking the silence of white privilege is the only way forward. Real women. Real conversations. The resources discussed in this episode include:How To Be An Antiracist by Ibram X. KendiWays to Be an Ally, from Two Lifetimes of LearningThe Guide to Allyship13th - The Netflix film from Ava DuVernay Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Does Birth Order Really Make a Difference?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 39:30


    We're delving into the strange and fascinating world of birth order in this episode. Firstborns, middles, last borns, does it really make a difference in the family dynamics? Does birth order affect your relationships and if so, how? Join us and find out all you need to know about birth order! Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:The Birth Order Book by Dr. Kevin LemanEmail us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Vulnerability Can Change Everything

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2020 35:01


    Vulnerability has been a topic we've heard a lot about over the past few years so why is it still so hard to be vulnerable?Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!The resources discussed in this episode include:Dr. Brene BrownTaming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Keeping Up With The Jones's

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 35:45


    Have you ever felt the need to keep up with the Jones's, the Kardashians, or anyone else? It's easy to get caught up in the financial nightmare of trying to have it all but at what cost?Maybe its it's time to take a look at what really matters and live life a little simpler.Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

    Sleep: The Final Frontier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 39:29


    Does sleep come easy to you? Or are you struggling to find the restful sleep we all need to function?COVID-19 has affected so many aspects of our lives and sleep is no exception. Anxiety, worry, and perimenopause can be the cause of many sleepless nights and we're talking about it!Real women. Real conversations. Served with a big dose of laughter!Email us: tamingcrazy@gmail.comFollow us on Twitter:Alicya - @alicyaperreaultSue - @change&thriveFor more information:Alicya - https://alicyaperreault.com/Sue - https://www.changeandthrive.ca/Read Taming Crazy: Confessions and Lessons A True Story for the Worried, the Fearful, and the Anxious! by Alicya PerreaultDisclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment purposes and should not be taken as professional advice. Please consult with a qualified professional for any and all health advice.

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