The Revolutionized Mind

Welcome back to another episode of The Revolutionized Mind! Today we welcome Brandon, the CEO and Founder of Mental Health Declassified. Brandon shares his personal journey with mental health and how challenging it was for a black, male athlete to open up about what he was going through. After getting injured and losing the ability to play his sport, Brandon began questioning his identity and struggling with depressive/suicidal thoughts. It was not an easy path to get to where he is at today, but he talks about how his experiences inspired him to start a community of his own that normalizes the conversation and creates a safe space for everyone to feel validated. Brandon is an amazing advocate who genuinely cares about making a positive impact on those around him. Trigger warning: suicide is discussed in this episode. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @mentalhealthdeclassified, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Check out more from MHD here: https://linktr.ee/MentalHealthDeclassified Listen to my episode on MHD's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/angelica-galluzzo/id1545540733?i=1000567009875

Happy...Tuesday?? As mentioned, this episode was not planned. But, after having a really insightful and informative conversation with Rachel Gersten and Jor-El Caraballo from Viva Mental Health, I felt like this should be released sooner rather than later. What started off as an introduction to their journeys as therapists and business owners turned into a discussion around the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade and the resulting implications that it will have. We talk about maintaining mental health during terrifying times, how you can get more educated, why it's important to get involved, and much more! This is something that impacts all of us and needs to be addressed. I am hoping that this conversation will benefit you in some way and help to promote positive change. Trigger warning: abortion, rape, and Roe v Wade is discussed in this episode. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @vivamentalhealth, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Please remember to take care of yourselves and join the fight when you're ready.  Check out Viva Mental Health here: https://vivamentalhealth.com/ Learn more about abortions and sexual health services here: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/ Find American protests here: https://wewontgoback.com/ Read about the history of Roe v Wade here: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-54513499 More information on U.S Senators here: https://www.senate.gov/senators/ Consider donating here: https://togetherrising.org/give/

This week, we are joined by a Therapist in-training and mental health advocate, Patricia DiGiorgio. In this episode, we talk all about boundaries! Many of us have heard a thing or two about boundary setting but don't really know what that means or how to apply it to our own lives. So, Patricia explains what boundaries are all about, what signs to look out for, how to deal with any consequences involved, negative self-talk, and much more! As human beings living in today's busy world, boundary setting is essential to our overall health and well-being. I hope that this conversation gives you more information about this topic and encourages you to reflect on how you're spending your own time, peace, and energy. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind & @glassesoff_, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on!

The podcast is back this week with the lovely Michele Steko! In this episode, Michele shares her personal development journey that began only a couple of years ago. After being in a comfortable corporate position for 17 years, she decided to take a chance on herself and start her own business. Michele explains some of the challenges that came with this, the lessons she has learned, and just how important it was that she followed that tug she had in her heart to try something new. She also discusses the role that mindset has played in this journey, how her faith has supported her along the way, and how gratitude can change your perspectives and attitude. This conversation is filled with lots of insight and realness, and I hope that this story inspires you as much as it did for me! Be sure to follow me on Instagram, Tik Tok, and Facebook @therevolutionizedmind, and please don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Connect with Michele here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelesteko

Welcome back to another episode of TRM! This week, we are joined by Natalie Collicutt, a female soccer player at Laurentian University. Natalie shares how her eating disorder completely took over her own brain, affected her relationships, and negatively impacted her overall well-being. After struggling with body image for most of her life, she began actively restricting food intake and overexercising whenever she could, both as a result of heavy intrusive thoughts. However, she was in denial about her mental illness for quite some time and was able to play it off in front of loved ones, until she couldn't anymore. Natalie explains what her journey looked like, how her recovery started, and how the pressures of being a female athlete contributed to all of this. This conversation is informative, vulnerable, and relatable! TW: This episode talks about disordered eating, weight loss, overexercising, and negative body image. Please make sure that you are only listening to this when the time is right for you. Connect with us on social media @therevolutionizedmind and @nat_collicutt, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on!

This week, we are diving into a new topic, called Ahimsa. Ahimsa refers to the principle of not causing any harm to all living things, including the self, others, plants, and animals. In Jainism, Ahimsa is one of the core virtues that represents non-violence. In this episode, Dr. Varun tells us all about his spirituality journey, how Ahimsa and meditation became an essential part of his life, and the role that diet and nutrition have played in his overall health. I learned so much from this conversation, and I really hope that you do too! Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind, @drvarungandhi, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Learn more about Varun here: https://www.drvarungandhi.com/

I hope everyone is enjoying the sunshine this week! In this very powerful episode, we are joined by Coach, Mentor, Speaker, and Entrepreneur, Sandra Chuma. Sandra shares some of her personal life experiences which includes growing up in Zimbabwe, working three jobs while being a full-time university student, and trying to figure out her "purpose" while doing it all. She is a strong believer in the power of story and how we can reframe our mindset in a way that best serves who we want to be and what we want to achieve. She talks all about overcoming adversity, turning your pain into power, and creating a life that is meaningful for you. I am taking away many positive messages from this conversation, and I really hope that you are too. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind, @sandra.chuma, and @iamworthy.co, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Learn more about Sandra and her services here: https://sayhey.to/sandrachuma Find all my links here: https://linktr.ee/therevolutionizedmind

Happy World Lupus Day! I am incredibly honoured to be partnering with Lupus Canada for Lupus Awareness Month (May). In this first ever special episode, we are joined by Executive Director, Leanne Mielczarek, and Youth Ambassador, Isaac Hall to discuss all things Lupus. Leanne tells us more about what Lupus is and how Lupus Canada is making a difference. Isaac shares his personal experiences living with Lupus and how it has affected him over the years, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I learned so much from these two interviews and I really hope that you do too. Together, we can #MakeLupusVisible and help to raise awareness about this disease to make Life Without Lupus more possible. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind and @lupuscanada, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Find out more about Lupus & Lupus Canada initiatives here: https://www.lupuscanada.org/

In this week's episode, we are joined by small business owner, Paige Lyrette. Unfortunately, Paige lost her mom, and best friend, in November of 2021 to ALS. Paige goes into detail about how she is learning to cope after such a big loss and how her own mental health has been affected throughout the process. She talks about how her grieving journey actually started when they received the diagnosis 2 years prior and how it's only gotten harder since her passing. She also explains the process of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) and how difficult it was for her family to go through. This conversation is real and touching on so many levels. Be sure to follow us on social media @therevolutionizedmind and @goinggmental, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Check out Paige’s shop and more here: https://linktr.ee/goinggmental

Happy Friday everybody! Can you believe that this is Episode 50??!! Because I sure cannot. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported me along this journey- I wouldn't be where I am today without you! To celebrate the special occasion, I decided to record a solo episode that explains what 'The Revolutionized Mind' is all about. I understand that there has been some hesitancy around what the title truly means, so I wanted to give a detailed explanation of where I got the idea, how I came up with my slogan, and what it all represents. My goal is that, after listening to this, you have a much better understanding of what I am trying to achieve on this platform and hopefully, get inspired to join the movement. Let's continue revolutionizing the mind, together! Be sure to follow me on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook @therevolutionizedmind, and don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show on whatever platform you're listening on! Check out my new Linktree with other podcast episodes, articles, and more: https://linktr.ee/therevolutionizedmind