Life By Design

In this uplifting episode, Dr. Robyne welcomes comedian and mental health and well-being expert Jessica Holmes for a conversation about the power of humor and wholehearted living. Together, they explore why joy can feel so out of reach during difficult seasons, and how simple practices like sharing a laugh, telling a story, or looking at a challenge through a different lens can offer real relief.

Through personal rituals, family moments, and the science behind noticing the funny, the hopeful, and the simply kind, they share practical ways to lighten hard days without minimizing them. You'll also hear why asking our loved ones what they truly need can strengthen our relationships and why we were never meant to carry life's challenges alone.

Additional Resources: 
Depression the Comedy by Jessica Holmes
I Hope So by Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe

Connect with Jessica: 
Website: https://www.jessicaholmes.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyfunholmes/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-holmes-50ab90202/ 

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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
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In this episode of Life by Design, Dr. Robyne sits down with nationally syndicated radio host, former CFL player, and media personality Brad Smith for a thoughtful conversation about growth, reinvention, and owning your story. Together, they explore how to embrace the opportunities in front of you, learn from the past without being defined by it, and navigate the complexities of life with ADHD. They also discuss handling criticism, the power of self-awareness, and why so many high performers find themselves chasing a feeling they can never quite recreate. 

Additional Resources: 
Brad’s Podcast: No BS with Brad Smith
Previous episode with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn: The Fear of Hope
Why Does Everybody Hate Me? by Alex Partridge

Connect with Brad: 
Website: https://www.nobswithbs.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradcsmith/

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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Feeling weary, overwhelmed, or caught in a never-ending stress cycle?

In this solo episode, Dr. Robyne introduces the Four R's of Nervous System Recovery: Restoration, Regulation, Reflection, and Reimagining. She explores why restoration must come before regulation and shares practical insights to help listeners tune into what their body, heart, mind, and community truly need. Through reflective questions and relatable stories, she encourages a balanced self-awareness that honors both challenge and progress while helping you close stress loops, rebuild capacity, and reimagine what is possible on the other side of hard seasons. 

Ready, Set, Rest Workshop: Nervous System Recovery for Educators 
Ready to move from exhaustion to restoration? Join Dr. Robyne for Ready, Set, Rest, a one-hour live workshop designed to help educators recover from a demanding school year, restore their nervous system, and step into summer with greater intention, spaciousness, and well-being. Offered live on June 26 or June 29.

Register here: https://drrobyne.ca/ready-set-rest-workshop/

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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In this episode, Dr. Robyne sits down with Matt Young, a former professional footballer turned performance coach and keynote speaker, to explore identity, reinvention, and finding purpose after major life transitions. Together, they discuss what it means to move beyond the labels that define us, why asking "What do I want now?" can be more powerful than "What should I do now?", and how to create a life filled with meaning, connection, and possibility.

Drawing on lessons from professional football, ultramarathon running, and his own reinvention, Matt shares practical insights on navigating change, challenging self-imposed limits, and building a future that truly lights you up.

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Are you an educator heading into summer exhausted but unsure how to actually rest? Ready, Set, Rest is a one-hour live workshop for educators on nervous system recovery, with a real framework to carry into the summer ahead. June 26 or June 29, live virtually with Dr. Robyne.

Register here: https://drrobyne.ca/ready-set-rest-workshop/   
 
Additional Resources: 
Matt’s Podcast: Elevate Your Mind

Connect with Matt: 
Website: https://www.mattyounglc.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattyounglc/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-young-mitm/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mattyounglc

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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What do you do when you sense there’s something more calling you forward?

In this episode of Life by Design, Dr. Robyne sits down with executive coach, business advisor, moderator, podcast host, and keynote speaker Marissa Teeter to explore the courage it takes to bet on yourself and pursue a new chapter. Together, they discuss career pivots, the illusion of certainty, identity beyond job titles, and the stories we tell ourselves about success. They also share practical advice for navigating change, building an exit strategy, and managing the tension between what we feel we “should” do and what truly matters most.

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Are you an educator heading into summer exhausted but unsure how to actually rest? Ready, Set, Rest is a one-hour live workshop for educators on nervous system recovery, with a real framework to carry into the summer ahead. June 26 or June 29, live virtually with Dr. Robyne.

Register here: https://drrobyne.ca/ready-set-rest-workshop/   
 
Additional Resources: 
Marissa’s Podcast: Teeter Talks
Previous episode with Marissa: Trusting Your Future Self
The Art Of Leadership for Women

Connect with Marissa: 
Website: https://www.marissateeter.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marissa.m.teeter
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissa-teeter-2223aa4/

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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