Today, we are thinking about life and all the ups and downs.  In this solo episode, I take a moment to check in and reflect on some significant events from the past year and most recently that have got me thinking on a deep level.

Today, we are thinking about the power of a platform that allows people to share their stories and the power behind telling them. Also, this episode is extra special as our host, Kirst, steps into the spotlight, with Stephanie Pellett taking over the interviewer’s chair. Get ready for a peak behind the curtain as Kirsti shares insights, reflections, and the journey of celebrating two years of podcasting success.

Today, we are thinking about pioneers in their industry, creating space and opportunities for the overlooked. This interview is with the one and only Sarah Stockdale the CEO and Founder of Grow Class, a pioneering initiative aimed at empowering women and equity-deserving individuals to thrive in growth marketing roles. Sarah is also the insightful mind behind the newsletter “We Need to Talk About This’, where she fearlessly tackles topics that are often overlooked in mainstream conversations.

Today we are thinking about honing our superpowers and taking a risk in the world of Virtual Assisting. In this episode, we explore the journey of Alex, an experienced Online Business Manager, specializing in providing strategic support for multi-6-figure influencers and women entrepreneurs. Alex has been transforming the online business landscape for influencers and content creators.

Today, we're thinking about the importance of talking about experiences around menstrual health with Pain With Me Podcast's Melissa Daniel.  Melissa is a writer and the host of her own podcast, Pain With Me. She is passionate about menstrual health and normalizing period talk.

Today, we're thinking about concerts with strangers with Sarah May Curd! Sarah May is a content creator from Toronto. Her account quickly blew up last summer when she started the series "Concerts With Strangers" where she takes complete strangers off TikTok to concerts they might've not had the chance to go to.

Today, we're thinking about accountability, internet friendships and OFFICE HOURS with Heather Drudge. Heather is a nature loving, multi-hyphenate digital creative. She builds beautiful websites, creates mindful digital strategy and manages social media accounts for small businesses. She loves thinking deeply and lives for all the little  nuances both in her work and life in general.

Today, we're thinking about all things fitness and mindset with Jess Takimoto of SHINEFit in Toronto. Jess is the Owner & Head Coach at SHINE FIT. She started SHINE after her own journey overcoming body image issues, over-exercising, disordered eating, IBS, and chronic stress.

Today, we're thinking about therapy, movement and touch with Ashley Brodeur of The Feelosophy. Ashley is a Registered Psychotherapist, Yoga Teacher and Trainer, Breathwork Facilitator, Sagittarius ;) and the Founder of The Feelosophy Supportive Touch Methodology for yoga teachers and health practitioners. 

Today, we're thinking about all things funnels, copywriting and the One Client Method with Jess Haney. Jess is an offer ecosystem strategist and copywriter helping creative service providers with group coaching programs get out of live launching purgatory and step into their next level of business with evergreen enrollment.

Welcome to the second solo episode of the year of Thinking About. Today, we're talking through my current existential crisis, but I promise it gets lighter by the halfway mark.

Today, we're thinking about all things tarot with Jayne Marie.  Jayne comes from generations of those with unusual gifts. She was lucky enough to have those people surround me with the encouragement to accept the ethereal as simply a part of daily life. And she continues to this day with the understanding that there are many parts of ourselves that we can access to our benefit.

Today, we're thinking about creating your dream day and why following what other people are doing isn't necessarily going to get you there with CLEO Social Co-Founder, Blair Mlotek. Blair is a writer, social strategist, and the co-founder of Cleo Social - a social media agency focused on growing organic online communities.

Today, we're thinking about slowpreneurship and starting the new year without a bang with Stephanie Pellett. Stephanie is a creative coach and consultant for small businesses and entrepreneurs. Her goal is to make your business more sustainable, more expansive, and ultimately more fun for you by streamlining your systems, improving your customer experience, and updating your unhelpful limiting beliefs.

Welcome to the first episode of the year of Thinking About. Today, we're thinking about all things new year – and it's just you and me.

Today, we're thinking about thoughtful storytelling on social media and building global communities for women with Ashna Mankotia, known online as @ohmygoshna. Outside of her day job as a Senior Product Manager, Ashna started sharing content on social media a few years ago about her life. She shares vlogs highlighting her day and lessons she's picked up along the way

Today, we're talking to a social media icon and one of my favourite people on the Internet, Mallory Rowan! Mallory’s bio is impressive – she founded her first business at 22 and in 7 years, has been a three-time founder to successful companies, she hit $1M networth at 29 and has been featured and partnered with a TON of your favourite brands.

Today, we're thinking about an ethical approach to marketing with Maddy Aucoin of By Maddy Aucoin. Maddy (she/her) is a website copywriter, business owner, and public speaker. She helps creative business owners with messaging that sells through trust, integrity, and empathy. A former higher-education professional, Maddy started her second business, By Maddy Aucoin, to help brands write copy without relying on sales gimmicks or overexaggerated claims.

Today, we're thinking about the unknown paths life takes us down, how grief can shape you and how it can shape you into becoming all that you are with Kena Paranjape of All You Are. In addition to founding All You Are, Kena is the co-founder of recently acquired BRIKA, an innovative retail concept focused on highlighting and supporting emerging artisans and designers. Kena has 20 years of experience in retail at brands like Indigo, Joe Fresh, and Gap, as well as a high-end eco-friendly boutique concept.

Today, we’re thinking about all things money or $HMONEY with Anastasia Barbuzzi – a journalist and the creator/host of $HMONEY Radio. $HMONEY makes financial literacy approachable, attainable, and fun to talk about for millennial women. An open, inclusive, and judgment- free zone that promotes the idea of educating yourself to empower yourself, $HMONEY is a safe place to discuss money matters without guilt or shame.