Self Help Me

Asking the Big Questions

Fri, 08 May 2026 21:52:36 GMT

On this week's episode Dena is joined by TED speaker and Founder of the Black Daddies Club, Brandon Hay. Brandon shares his own story of losing his father and the feelings of isolation he felt when he became a father for the first time without support from his community at the age of 24. These experiences contributed to the creation of the Black Daddies Club, a club that co-creates spaces for Black Masculinities and support for their families. For more info about Brandon and BDC, you can visit: https://theblackdaddiesclub.com and follow him on socials @brandonhay8.

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Following the Breadcrumbs

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:14:06 GMT

On this week's episode of the Self Help Me Podcast, Dena is joined by Biofield Tuning and Energy Healing Practitioner, Vicki Hartley. Vicki walks listeners through the experience of receiving a biofield tuning session and how it facilitates healing in our energy field. We learn about where we store anxiety, stress and fear and how working with energy, sound and vibration in this way can help us move through these emotions. Vicki is also the creator of Hartspace, a healing space located in Midland, Ontario. For more info about Vicki and Hartspace, please visit https://www.thehartspace.ca/ or follow her on socials @the_hartspace

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Choosing Positivity

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:25:37 GMT

On this week's episode, Dena is joined by self help book author and entrepreneur, Maxx Coughlan. Maxx shares his journey with writing a self help book, the writing and publishing process and how the process of writing the book created a foundation for the business he has built in the tech space. Maxx shares his own experiences with resilience, overcoming adversity and the ability to say no, which are things also shared in his book, 100 Ways to Live a More Positive and Beneficial Life. You can find his book at maxxcoughlan.com and follow Maxx on social media @maxxcoughlan

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Really Glad to be Here

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:35:20 GMT

On this episode of the Self Help Me Podcast, Dena is joined by visual artist, Tennille Rose Will. Tennille shares her journey as a cancer survivor and how it has impacted her life and influenced her work moving forward. She also shares how this experience inspired a creative idea she has for an art program designed for chemotherapy patients. Tennille is part of the Doves of Hope Program at Princess Margaret Hospital and you can find more info about her beautiful artwork at https://www.tennille.ca/.

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Sharing Creates a Bridge

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:56:12 GMT

On this episode of the Self Help Me Podcast, Dena is joined by Community Manager and Corporate Wellness Facilitator, Kasia Koziara. Kasia shares her journey with therapy and breathwork and how opening herself up to wellness has become a bridge for the corporate professionals she works with. This was a very enlightening episode that displays the power of sharing our story and how it can create a positive impact on others as a result. For more info about Kasia, you can follow her on social media @downtheboulevardier. For more info about previous guest, Geeta (GG) Whadera and her breathwork ceremonies you can find her on social media @ladolccegeeta.

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Just Going for It

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 21:25:44 GMT

On this episode of Self Help Me, Dena is joined by Comedian and Writer, Julie Kim who shares her honest perspective on "Just Going for It," when it comes to our dreams and desires. Julie shares her experiences in the entertainment industry, carving her own path as an entrepreneur and the sacrifices involved with choosing a creative lifestyle. This was a very honest and interesting conversation that we hope you enjoy listening to. For more info about Julie, please visit her website at juliekimcomedy.com and on socials @juliekimcomedy.

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Learning How to Retreat

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 21:07:03 GMT

On this week's episode of Self Help Me, Dena is joined by Brian Coones, Speaker, Entrepreneur and the creator of Men's Primal Retreats, designed for men to connect with themselves and each other in natural settings. Brian shares his own journey with mental health and how his experiences became a catalyst for the work and retreats he offers that support men and allow for vulnerability. For more info about Brian and his retreats you can follow him on socials @briancoones.

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Sobriety

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:19:00 GMT

On this very special episode of Self Help Me, Dena is joined by comedians and writers, Amanda Brooke Perrin and Andrew Barr. Both guests share their journeys with getting sober through recovery in rehab and the twelve step program. These guests opened their hearts by sharing their stories in a very genuine way with the intention of helping anyone listening. If you or someone you know is looking for help with getting sober, there are some helpful websites listed below. For more info about Andrew and Amanda, you can follow them on socials @andrewbarrcomedy and @amandabrookeperrin.

Special Note * the show that was mentioned in this episode (The Popularity Papers) that was written by Amanda, originated from a book series written by Amy Ignatow.

https://www.aa.org/

https://womenforsobriety.org/

https://smartrecovery.org/

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Attachment Styles in Relationships

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:12:21 GMT

On this week's episode, we discuss attachment styles in relationships with Couples and Family Therapist, Rana Khan. Rana shares how to find an equilibrium in romantic relationships through understanding the various attachment styles (anxious, avoidant, secure and disorganized) while examining vulnerability, trust and safety. This was a very interesting conversation that we're excited to share! For more info about Rana and his practice, Couples and Family Therapy Collective please visit: https://www.cftcollective.com/ or follow them on socials @cftcollective.

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Self Help Me Live!

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:51:19 GMT

On this very special episode that was recorded live at the Self Help Me book launch, Dena is interviewed by Author, Speaker and Entrepreneur, Amanda Cupido. Amanda and Dena discuss Self Help Me, the book, which is now available worldwide! This book shares personal stories, wellness tools (many of which are discussed on this podcast) and interviews with experts in the areas of mindfulness, sound healing, Reiki, breathwork, meditation, EFT tapping and yoga. For more info about the book, please visit: https://www.selfhelpme.ca/.

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Bonus Episode: Happy World Mental Health Day!

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 02:13:04 GMT

On this special World Mental Health Day episode Dena is joined in the studio with one of the heads of the Sonar Podcast Network, Marianna Miniotis. Marianna asks Dena what wellness tools she uses to work through emotions like doubt, jealousy, anxiety and more. We also discuss Dena's new book: Self Help Me that is now available to order here: https://www.selfhelpme.ca/self-help-me-book For more info about Marianna, you can follow her @marimints and @thesonarnetwork.

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Become Your Own Coach

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:08:19 GMT

On this week's episode, Dena chats with speaker, podcast host and the winner of Survivor, Erika Casupanan. We discuss being your own coach and cheerleader, her journey on Survivor, dealing with bullying, imposter syndrome and more. This was a really inspiring conversation that we're excited to share. For more info about Erika you can follow her on social media @erika_cas and @happytoseemepod.

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Sound as Medicine

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 02:02:45 GMT

On this very exciting episode, Dena is joined by sound healer, Kiko Pace. Kiko shares details about the world of sound healing, how it can help to release emotions stored in the body and how we can connect with our own instrument; our voice as a way of healing. Kiko also shares an instrument called a "Freenote" on the podcast as a sampling of what you can expect at sound bath. For more info about Kiko and their work please visit: https://www.kikosounds.com/ or follow them on socials @kikosounds.

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Building Community

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 21:36:15 GMT

This week's episode of Self Help Me discusses the topic of building community and features Camille Cote, the creator of Hearth, a community based wellness initiative designed specifically for mothers. Camille shares her own experiences starting this program (that includes live events with speakers, classes and activities for kids) within her own community in Toronto. This was an exciting discussion that touches on taking risks, learning how to pivot and strengthening communication when taking on a new project. For more info about Camille and Hearth, please visit: @heartcommunityto on Instagram.

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Self Image

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 01:12:24 GMT

On this week's episode of Self Help Me, Dena dives deep into how we view ourselves and how that is reflected into the outside world. We discuss what tools can help with redefining our relationship with worthiness by looking back at stories from childhood and finding healthy ways to change our perspective. For more info about Dena you can follow her on socials @denatalks. Thank you for listening!

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Why Yoga?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 00:10:14 GMT

On this episode of Self Help Me, Dena has an opportunity to dive into the world of yoga with the Instructor and Director of Ruh Yoga School in Goa, India, Akhilesh K.R. Akhilesh shares how yoga helps to regulate the nervous system and helps us understand the mind. He also shares details about his own practice and how he came into teaching, info about the philosophy of yoga understood through the Yoga Sutras and more. This was a wonderful interview that you won't want to miss. For more info about Akhilesh and Ruh Yoga please visit: https://www.ruhyoga.com/ and you can find them on on socials @ruhyoga.

*Bhakti Yoga is a spiritual path that focuses on cultivating a deep and loving relationship with the divine.

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Let's Manifest

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:05:25 GMT

This is the episode designed for listeners who are ready to manifest. If you've wanted to learn more about manifestation, how it works and how you can do it intentionally, this is the episode for you. Dena is joined by return guests and experts in Reiki, Cindy Bain and Breathwork, Geeta Whadera, who share how using the modalities they practice can help you intentionally manifest your desires. This was a really fun and exciting episode that you will not want to miss. For more info about Cindy and her work please visit: https://www.cindybainreiki.com/. For more info about Geeta and her work please visit https://pawpalspuppyyoga.com/.

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Fear

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 00:31:53 GMT

In this episode Dena dives into the topic of fear and how it affects our mind and body. In this particular instance, the concept of pain and fear of pain is discussed and Dena shares her own recent experiences with this along with the wellness tools she uses to work through fear, like mindfulness and diaphragmatic breathing. Thank you for listening and supporting Self Help Me. For more info about Dena and her work, you can follow her on socials @denatalks.

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Mindfulness in the Courtroom

Tue, 06 May 2025 02:21:30 GMT

This episode features a heart warming interview with Mindfulness Instructor and Children's Lawyer, Nicolle Kopping-Pavars. Nicolle shares how she incorporates both mindfulness and compassion into each courtroom she enters. This is the perfect episode for you if you're looking to learn how you can bring kindness into the least expected areas of your life and how we can all be the one person in the room who causes a positive shift. For more info about Nicolle you can visit her website at: https://nicollekp.com/.

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Navigating Body Language

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:57:36 GMT

On this episode, Dena speaks to Body Language Expert, Author and Speaker, Mark Bowden about human behaviour. Mark explains the value systems that we hold onto and how understanding someone's value system can generate human connection. This was a very interesting conversation that provides insight on how understanding body language can help navigate various areas of our lives including job interviews, social situations, dating and more. For more information about Mark and his work, please visit truthplane.com or you can follow him on socials @truthplane.

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Tapping Into Awareness

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 22:03:25 GMT

In this episode Dena jumps into the world of manifestation with Energy Healer, Hypnotherapist and Angel Communicator, Seph Dietlin. Seph shares some very helpful tips and experiences about how we can connect with our own awareness and intentionally manifest our desires for relationships, wealth, health and more all while attempting a heart centred approach. For more info about Seph you can visit: talktomyangels.com or email him directly seph@quantumangelmagic.com.

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Judgment Remedies

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:21:10 GMT

This episode examines self judgment that shows up in our everyday life and Dena offers you some remedies on how to heal your inner critic or "Gollum" including breath work, journaling and mindfulness practice. For more info about Dena and her work you can find her on social media @denatalks.

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Burnout Recovery

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 21:53:33 GMT

This episode is dedicated to anyone who is ready to heal from burnout. Listen to this interview with burnout expert and acclaimed speaker, Cait Donovan who share's many micro adjustments we can make in our lives right now to recover. Dena learns about Cait's own recovery journey, her training in Chinese Medicine and how to arrive on the other side by getting honest about self worth. For more info about Cait and her work, please visit https://www.friedtheburnoutpodcast.com/.

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Understanding Hypnosis

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 22:51:45 GMT

On this episode of Self Help Me, Dena is joined by renowned Healing Arts Practitioner, Cristina Kalyani Paes. We discuss the details of hypnosis, what it is and some of the training Cristina achieved while studying with Delores Cannon and Dr. Brian Weiss. We also discuss what someone can expect in a session with Cristina, her retreat centre, Casa Om located in Costa Rica, her experience with UFOs and more. For more info about Cristina, her book, "Beyond Yoga: Healing Arts for Extraordinary States of Consciousness" and her website, please visit https://www.cristinakalyani.com/ and you can follow her on socials @cristinakalyani.

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Healing with Sound

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 22:01:20 GMT

This week's episode discusses various ways that we can heal through sound featuring author, speaker, podcaster, and sound expert, Amanda Cupido. Amanda shares her knowledge about the use of Binaural Beats to help with sleep, singing bowls and other instruments (including an instrument called the "Song Pod") used to help release emotions that are stored in the body and how to get comfortable with the sound of our own voice. For more info about Amanda, her new podcast, How to Fall Asleep Fast and her brand new book, please visit https://www.leadpodcasting.com/, Howtofallasleepfast.net and amandacupido.com.

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Tap Your Way Through Doubt

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 20:01:36 GMT

This week's episode features an interview with Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) Tapping expert, Brad Yates. We discuss self doubt, the mechanics behind EFT tapping and how it can benefit your life by helping you release fear and other negative emotions. This was a very interesting episode that includes a live tapping session taught by Brad that you can listen and tap along to. For more info about Brad, his Youtube channel, books and upcoming courses, please visit https://www.tapwithbrad.com/ and you can follow him on socials @tapwithbrad.

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New Beginnings

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:31:05 GMT

On this episode Dena dives into the season of change and how we can enter our new beginnings with fresh intentions. We look at how to let go of the old in a healthy way, embrace the present moment and step into the new. Self Help Practices like journaling, mindfulness and meditation are all discussed on this episode all of which you are welcome to try. For more info about Dena you can follow her on socials @denatalks.

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Shadow Work

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 19:02:31 GMT

This episode aligns with the lunar eclipse and jumps right into the practice of shadow work, which asks us to identify and acknowledge our pain, traumas and inner guck that we typically don't want to deal with. We discuss how the world shows us mirrors of what's going on inside and that when we can take ownership and do the inner work, we can feel more light in our lives. Tools are shared on how to do this through the practices of journaling, artistic expression and meditation. Thank you for tuning in, for more info about Dena, you can follow her on socials @denatalks.

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Let's Get Vulnerable

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 21:48:05 GMT

On this episode Dena get's vulnerable with listeners about body image, self worth, bullying and a bunch of other vulnerable topics along with some helpful tools you can use to help you get honest with yourself about getting vulnerable. This episode promotes the idea that talking promotes healing even when approaching the more difficult topics. More info about the breathwork exercises shared can be found in the book, "A Little Book of Breathwork," by Nathalia Westmacott-Brown.

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Doing the Work with Breathwork

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 22:54:22 GMT

This week's episode goes deep into the world of Somatic Breathwork, what it is, how it works and what it can do for you. Dena is joined by gifted Somatic Breathwork Facilitator, Geeta Waderha who explains how we can heal our own limiting beliefs, trauma and memories that reside within our subconscious with this practice. This was a very fascinating episode that you will not want to miss. For more info about Geeta, her breathwork events and her Puppy Yoga Studio, Paw Pals Yoga, you can follow her @geetainflow and @pawpalsyoga and visit her website at: https://www.mylittlewellnest.com/.

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Everything is Energy

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:07:25 GMT

In this very special episode Dena has the opportunity to dive into the world of energy in this interview with gifted Reiki Master, Cindy Bain. Cindy brings over 22 years of experience working with the sacred practice of Reiki to the podcast and she shares stories about synchronicities, past lives and healing trauma in the physical, emotional and energetic bodies. This is a unique and exciting interview that will provide you with insights that perhaps you have been wondering all of your life and maybe even before that. For more info about Cindy and her work, please visit https://www.cindybainreiki.com/. You can also find her on Youtube at: https://www.cindybainreiki.com/media and on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/recharge_with_reiki/.

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Anxiety Bites

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 02:07:26 GMT

In this episode, Dena discusses the topic of anxiety through sharing her own personal experiences with it, how she manages it on the day-to-day (and night to night) and she offers some helpful tools you can try in anxious moments. Breath work and Mindfulness are two tools offered and Dena also dives into the Little Book of Self Care by Nathalia Westmacott-Brown. Please note, these practices are suggested in addition to any professional medical advice you have been given by your doctor. Enjoy! For more info on Dena, feel free to follow her on socials @denatalks.

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Wellness in the Workplace

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 20:19:10 GMT

Welcome to our very first instalment of our Wellness in the Workplace series. This series showcases various organizations across North America that find creative ways to incorporate wellness initiatives onsite for their internal staff. June is Brain Injury Awareness Month, which makes this the perfect time to showcase some team members from the Brain Injury Association of Durham (BIAD).

Join Dena as she interviews Heather Desta, Amy Ellis and Jazmin Visco about how what internal wellness initiatives are working for their staff and some helpful tips on how you can approach your boss about bringing wellness into your workplace. For more info about the Brain Injury Association of Durham, please visit: https://biad.ca/

If you're interested in being interviewed about your workplace to showcase the wellness initiatives your company offers or if you'd like to invite Dena to speak at your company, feel free to reach out at: https://www.denajackson.ca/contact or on socials @denatalks.

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Dissolving Resistance

Tue, 28 May 2024 23:31:16 GMT

This week's episode is all about blocks, in our outer reality and within us. Dena takes some time to share an experience she had with resistance coming up in her life and how working with the wellness practice of Tapping or EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) really helped her through it. If you're interested in learning more about EFT Tapping, a great resource can be found at https://www.tapwithbrad.com.

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Heal Your Heart from the Start

Mon, 13 May 2024 19:15:39 GMT

This week's episode discusses healing our inner child and recovering from bullying. Dena shares relatable, funny stories and wellness tools like breath work, reiki and EFT Tapping to help process these old emotions. If you're interested in learning more about EFT Tapping, a great starting point is following Brad Yates, EFT Expert on Youtube or here: https://www.tapwithbrad.com/about-Brad-Yates. Tickets to Dena's live one person show INWARD? on May 25th in Toronto can be found here: https://rb.gy/d1oepa and you can follow Dena @denatalks.

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Taking the Leap

Wed, 01 May 2024 01:49:32 GMT

On the very first episode of Self Help Me we discuss one of the scariest topics; getting outside our comfort zone. If you've been procrastinating on creating a project, applying for that job or asking your crush out this episode is your sign to take a breath and take the leap. Don't worry, we'll do it together.

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Welcome to Self Help Me with Dena Jackson!

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 14:47:26 GMT

Hosted by Comedian and Motivational Speaker, Dena Jackson, Self Help Me is the podcast for all of the self help section lovers. If you’re looking to feel better, then you are in the right place. We’ll be discussing self doubt, taking risks, imposter syndrome and all of the other topics that worry us and what tools we can use to heal from these limiting thoughts. Funny stories and very real and ridiculous moments are most definitely included.

New episodes start May 1, 2024.

Follow Dena for more: https://www.instagram.com/denatalks/

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Episode 49: Back to Basics with Steve Hoffner!!

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 18:26:00 GMT

On episode 49 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by producer, director and head of 383 Pictures, Steve Hoffner! We discuss the importance of building a foundation for yourself when working in the entertainment business, checking your ego and meditation tactics that work for Steve!

Enjoy!

For more info about Steve please visit https://www.383pictures.com/.

This episode was recorded in Toronto, Canada.

Sound editing by Justin Ingraldi, music by Nick Reynoldson.

Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

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Episode 48: Mindfulness for Kids with Michelle Faber

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:06:00 GMT

On episode 48 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by the Founder of Little Yogis, Michelle Faber! We discuss the program of Little Yogis, which incorporates yoga and mindfulness practices specifically for kids, teaching mindfulness to her own children and Michelle's own process with yoga. This was a wonderful episode that I'm delighted to share. For info on Michelle and Little Yogis, please visit: https://www.littleyogistoronto.com/

This episode was recorded in Toronto, Canada. Sound editing by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

Brought to you By: The Sonar Network

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Episode 47: Achieving Your Goals with Mindfulness with Jess Koffman

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 15:59:00 GMT

On episode 47 of the Ego Podcast, I am joined by Mindfulness Teacher, Author and return guest, Jess Koffman! Jess is an extremely knowledgeable meditator and teacher who spends most of his time in the East studying and teaching mindfulness.

On this continuation of our interview (on episode 40) Jess discusses how Mindfulness can help you achieve your goals, what's wrong with Spirituality today and the East vs Western teachings. This was a wonderful interview that I am delighted to share!

For more info about Jess, his books and his upcoming classes (including his Mindfulness classes beginning in July and September 2019) please visit: http://jesskoffman.com/.

This episode was recorded in Toronto, Canada. Sound editing was completed by Justin Ingraldi and Barry Taylor. Music by Nick Reynoldson.

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