Everyday Happiness

From the comfort of her flannel pajamas, Vicki offers her unique brand of wit and wisdom. Topics covered include the many dimensions that make for a whole and rich life including business and career, personal growth and spirituality, relationships, play, and creativity. Vicki shares the mic with her special guests who range from experts in each of the dimensions, to ordinary people (just like you) who want to share their personal journeys, insights, and joy.

Say Yes to Joy 10/06/2017

Say Yes to Joy Can accessing your soul’s records from past lives help you find more joy today? In this episode, Vicki interviews Nathalie Duporteau, an Advanced Akashic Records Practitioner, It’s an unusual business and Nathalie fills us in on what the records are, and how she reads them. She also shares her observations on running a spiritual business, and why the timing might be perfect. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5815804

Self Discovery. Why Bother? 09/29/2017

Self Discovery. Why Bother? Vicki explores (and explains) the self-discovery process, and what occurs when we stop and take time to be present to ourselves. How do our aspects – mental, emotional, physical and spiritual – join together on our behalf to lead us exactly where we need to go? Vicki shares the experience described by author Christina Crook, a recent attendee on a mindfulness retreat as she discovered and reconnected with the joy of playfulness. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791682

When Too Much Information is Just Enough 09/29/2017

When Too Much Information is Just Enough Vicki shares why, sometimes, you just need to go down gracefully. In this episode, She reveals how she dealt with a recent case of the Big Blues and how reaching out in vulnerability resulted in shared discovery and increased connection. If you like it personal, this episode is for you. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791674

Thriving or Surviving 09/29/2017

Thriving or Surviving We check in with Sean Smith, That Social Media Guy, Cadi Jordan of Jordan Consulting and the Social Chicks, Karina Cebuliak and Lori Graham on the joys and challenges of self employment. What is it like to thrive in your business. What about those week’s when you are just surviving? We hear from busy moms and dads about how they cope and what their best tips and tools are for managing the hectic work week. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791665

JOMO: Author Christina Crook 09/29/2017

JOMO: Author Christina Crook Christina Crook of #JOMO: The Joy of Missing Out, Finding Balance in a Wired World. Christina and Vicki talk about the intersection of technology, relationships and joy based on Christina’s experience of a 30-day technology fast, chronicled in her book. They explore the personal richness that emerges when we unplug from devices and connect to self and nature. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791634

JOMO: When No Means Yes 09/29/2017

JOMO: When No Means Yes What do we mean when we say JOMO? How does the ‘joy of missing out’ impact our day-to-day decisions? Vicki talks with actress Lorene Stuart, who was recently faced with an important decision that meant ‘missing out’. How did she navigate competing interests and desires? In this episode – how saying no means saying YES. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791422

Leading from Within 09/29/2017

Leading from Within What does it take to truly thrive in business or in your personal life? Vicki answers the question with an exploration of personal leadership. How is personal leadership different from positional leadership and how can it help you step up, show up, and achieve your goals at home, work or in the community? Vicki’s personal leadership philosophy is based on three basics: start where you are, use what you have, do what you can. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5791372

Nurturing New Beginnings 09/21/2017

Nurturing New Beginnings Vicki talks about the three phases of managing transitions, based on the work of William Bridges – letting go, the neutral zone and new beginnings. What do we need to be aware of as the seasons change? How do the transitional cycles affect planning for the upcoming year? What is the benefit of being fully mindful and present as change occurs? /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5760361

Zoning Out to Tune In: Tips for Managing Stress 09/20/2017

Zoning Out to Tune In: Tips for Managing Stress Vicki explores stress reactions and offers some tips for dealing with the paralysis that can be a result of overwhelm or overwork. She discusses the nature of ‘realms’, the unskilled state we can sometimes find ourselves in when we’ve gone over the stress edge. Yes, pajamas are involved. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5760283

Off With Their Heads: What History Teaches us About Innovation 09/20/2017

Off With Their Heads: What History Teaches us About Innovation Vicki shares the executive perspective on using metaphor to inform change management for businesses. How can we marry tradition and innovation? The answer to the question offers many insights for businesses and organizations on what’s needed to make change happen, and still honor the traditions and values that matter to you and your business. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5760221

Kiss Your Excuses Goodbye 09/20/2017

Kiss Your Excuses Goodbye Vicki interviews The Motherpreneur, Christina Waschko. Christina shares the motivating story of how she kissed her excuses goodbye and opened the business of her dreams. Christina is a world traveller, host of Motherpreneur TV on Youtube, and the author of The Strawberry Lounge Story which chronicles her adventures as an entreprenuerial mother of three growing boys. She is an energized, no-nonsense take action spark plug. Plus, she is a pajama fan (so kindred). /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5760185

How to Make Difficult Decisions 09/20/2017

How to Make Difficult Decisions Vicki offers up a simple three step process for making difficult decisions – let go, tune in, and move forward. Letting go is all about tackling resistance to make room for assistance – the kind we get from the Universe. By tuning in and being mindful we discover what we truly desire and allow our intuitive choices to emerge so we can take action. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5760131

The Upside of the Downside 09/19/2017

The Upside of the Downside Have you ever had a streak of ‘bad luck’, lost a great contract, or asked yourself: Why is this happening? Vicki looks at the principles of certainty and uncertainty and explores ways to develop resiliency and equanimity as we face changes that seem beyond our control. She offers insight into how we might start to figure out what is trying to happen as we deal with everyday uncertainty and our very human need to predict the future. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5756118

You Are Beautiful and Everybody Loves You 09/19/2017

You Are Beautiful and Everybody Loves You Vicki takes us on a tour of affirmation writing and how we can use it to improve mood, attitude, and well-being. Despite a nasty cold, she shares three very useful affirmation tools, and based on the work of Louise Hay, offers insight into the possible metaphysical causation of illnesses like the common cold. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5755959

Making Beautiful Music - Greg Stuart 08/11/2017

Making Beautiful Music - Greg Stuart Vicki talks music and happiness with Greg Stuart, a musician, composer, lyricist and audio technician. Greg is why we sound so good on the podcast and his original song “Before and Again” is our theme music. We chat live from his studio about the science of music, music as a life passion, and the importance of lifelong learning. Greg tells us how he got started as a drummer at age six, and how he made music his career. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634522

Wholesale Happiness - Having it All 08/11/2017

Wholesale Happiness - Having it All Vicki interviews Mike Vardy, Founder and President of Productivityist. In this podcast, Mike tells us his personal story; how he went from Costco manager to comedian to becoming North America’s leading expert on personal productivity. It’s an inspiring tale of building the plane while flying it (metaphorically speaking). /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634506

Finding Your Ham 08/11/2017

Finding Your Ham Vicki interviews singer and actress Lorene Stuart of Grene Genes Productions. Lorene tells us how she ‘found her ham’ and her sense of belonging on the high-school stage. She shares the journey from discouragement to encouragement that unfolded as she pursued her creative dreams. Her story is inspiring and infinitely relatable. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634492

A Passion for Prose 08/11/2017

A Passion for Prose Vicki interviews author Sylvia Taylor. A passionate storyteller, Sylvia discusses how she achieves success by expressing both her creative and entrepreneurial aspects. She offers insights and tips for creative artists. As a special treat she reads us an excerpt from her book and shares some poetry. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634475

The Art of Business 08/11/2017

The Art of Business Vicki interviews Rebecca Coleman of the Art of the Business. Together, Vicki and Rebecca explore the world of relationships and social media. How is technology changing the way we form friendships, conduct romance, and connect? What are the risks in ‘putting it out there’ online? /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634459

Dare to Heal, Dare to Live 08/11/2017

Dare to Heal, Dare to Live Vicki interviews her friend, mentor and lifelong inspiration, Drucilla Desabrais. They talk about Drucilla's passion for helping people heal and transform their lives, and her own journey to becoming a leader in the personal development field. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634430

Where Purpose Meets Passion 08/11/2017

Where Purpose Meets Passion Vicki explores how our passions express themselves in a purposeful way in the world through work or hobbies. She offers a series of questions that lead listeners to a greater understanding of how to listen to and follow the heart’s longing. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634410

Digital Wisdom and How to Use It 08/11/2017

Digital Wisdom and How to Use It Vicki interviews three leading social media and digital strategists from Social Media Camp 2015 in Victoria B.C. Sean Smith, Steve Dotto and Bosco Anthony share insights and observations on the ever-changing online world and how it impacts meaning and how we communicate. Also: they dish on their pajamas ;) /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634389

Business by the Numbers 08/11/2017

Business by the Numbers Vicki tells the story of how she got ‘unstuck’ in her home office and interviews Kim Louise Easterbrook. An intuitive numerologist, Kim’s work aligns the flow of soul, purpose, career, business and environment. Her work is insightful, her knowledge is unbounded and her passion is obvious. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5634364

Goodness on the Move 08/10/2017

Goodness on the Move Vicki interviews Kim Jackson of Driving Miss Daisy Chilliwack. Kim is an inspiring woman on the move who is mixes her passions for working with seniors, travel and photography into a winning combination for business and life. She brings everyday goodness into the lives of those with Alzheimers and dementia and joy to her fans and followers on Facebook. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5630454

Where Passion Meets Purpose: The Oracle of Shoes 08/10/2017

Where Passion Meets Purpose: The Oracle of Shoes Vicki interviews Creative Technologist, Steve Robinson of Sociovisual Communications. That is his real title and he fills us in on what it means and offers insight on the ‘web-olution’ in digital media. He’s passionate about increasing female literacy and tells the story of his new transmedia project, The Oracle of Shoes. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5630438

Conscious Business Brings Commerce from the Heart 08/10/2017

Conscious Business Brings Commerce from the Heart Vicki talks about how to create a heart-centred conscious business by applying five key personal development principles to the way you set goals, respond to the market and brand your product or service. She closes with a short visualization to help you access abstract wisdom to guide professional choices and meet your business needs. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5626979

The Wisdom of Disturbance 08/10/2017

The Wisdom of Disturbance Vicki explores the sometimes turbulent nature of relationships and how feelings of disappointment, anger, resentment and fear are allies in the personal journey and gateways to wisdom. She proposes disturbance as an ally and tells us how to navigate the river of relationship by finding the intelligence and joy in conflict. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5626964

How to Have a Lovely Soul 07/31/2017

How to Have a Lovely Soul Vicki takes a look at beauty – from the inside out. What defines our notions of beauty? What is the impact of aging on us as we cycle through life’s changes? Sharing her observations as a ‘woman of a certain age' and offering rich insights from the book Lit From Within, Tending Your Soul for Lifelong Beauty by Victoria Moran. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5596382

Making Meaning from Metaphor 07/31/2017

Making Meaning from Metaphor Vicki explores how metaphor can help us understand what is trying to get our attention. She discusses personal symbology, and the collective unconscious, and how we can access emerging wisdom and gain insight into what is trying to happen in our lives by paying attention to seemingly abstract signals. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5596350

Connected Kids: Keeping them safe online. 07/31/2017

Connected Kids: Keeping them safe online. Vicki interviews Social Chick Karina Cebuliak who shares how she blends her passion for social media with her passion for children’s health and wholeness. Karina shares her tips and insights on helping your kinds find the connection they are really looking for and guiding them safely through the cyber-world. /episode/index/show/vickimcleod/id/5596278

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