In This New Season

Kailea Switzer & Alyssa Johnston

Learning This Life. Again and again. With your hosts Kailea Switzer and Alyssa Johnston. One’s a counselling therapist and coach, the other is a messy, sensitive, multi-passionate person. Both are still just trying to figure it all out. Life is constantly changing. Each season brings something new and we all end up learning what we feel, who we are, and what to do… again and again. Join Kailea and Alyssa as they have deep, "vulnerability hangover inducing” conversations, share insights on what is and isn’t working in their lives and the ups and downs and in-betweens of it all. read less
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Human Design with Steff Sullivan
29-11-2023
Human Design with Steff Sullivan
Steff Sullivan's deep insights and expertise in human design shine through in her discussion with Kailea and Alyssa. From her upbringing in a small town to her experiences as a nurse, Steff's journey has shaped her ability to provide compassionate human design readings. The episode provides an overview of human design and includes personal readings for Kailea and Alyssa who are both projectors.  In this episode they discuss: Steff's experience growing up with parents who grappled with mental health issues and how it became a catalyst for her empathetic approach towards others in her work.What human design really is and how it offers individuals a unique blueprint of their personality traits and strengths. Steff sheds light on Kailea and Alyssa's shared projector type and their natural inclination towards guiding and directing others, emphasizing the importance of recognition and invitation in their interactions. The similarities Steff and Kailea share in their human design charts, and the challenges they faced in navigating their unique paths.  Steff's advice on managing empathic energies resonates deeply with both Kailea and Alyssa. This conversation is so informative and full of heart. It will leave you eager to delve deeper into the world of human design. If you are interested in Steff’s offerings, you can find more information here: https://www.steffsullivan.co/. Make sure to follow along with Steff online: https://www.instagram.com/steffsullivan.co/ Generate your free Human Design chart here: www.steffsullivan.co/generate-chart This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:  Ashe Green Design. Find out more at  https://www.ashleygreen.ca Fuel Your Body. Learn more at https://eatfyb.ca Jessica Gallant Beauty. Discover more at https://jessicagallantbeauty.com/  Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason). To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠. In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
When Work Comes First with Claire Seaborn
14-11-2023
When Work Comes First with Claire Seaborn
Kailea sits down with her friend Claire to talk all things prioritization. Claire enjoys many things in life to the complete fullest, but what do you sacrifice when you are spread too thin? What do you do when your work is completely fulfilling, and there isn’t enough time to give your relationships your whole self? How do we communicate this and manage others’ expectations, without losing or damaging our relationships?  This episode covers: Claire’s path from law school to working as the Chief of Staff to Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources in OttawaWhy her articling year was the most challenging and stressful year of her life and what she learned from that timeWhat happens when you love your job so much and you WANT to work a lot, but it results in your personal relationships feeling shortchanged?What happens when people tell you, “You are prioritizing your work too much,” or “You aren’t present enough,” or “You are on your phone too much”?The deliberate choice to prioritize work when it disappoints other people – what are the benefits and costs?Can we accept quality over quantity time? How do we communicate this?How do we manage our expectations in our relationships?Strategies for setting phone boundaries with ourselves  This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:  Ashe Green Design. Find out more at  https://www.ashleygreen.caFuel Your Body. Learn more at https://eatfyb.caModo Yoga Charlottetown. Discover more here: https://modoyoga.com/charlottetown/ Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason). To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠.  In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
Motherhood, Living Publicly and Designing a Life that Works for your Brain with Dr. Lauren Holden of Lau’s Healthy Life
31-10-2023
Motherhood, Living Publicly and Designing a Life that Works for your Brain with Dr. Lauren Holden of Lau’s Healthy Life
Alyssa and Kailea sit down with Dr. Lauren Holden from East ND and Lau’s Healthy Life. This conversation covers many topics, but a few things focused on are: Lauren’s experience with naturopathic school and how she found her calling after some difficulty finding the right school for her.Lauren’s experience with ADHD (primarily inattentive type), and how her diagnosis has helped her better understand her strengths.Entering motherhood while living in the public eye, some of the negative comments that have come her way, but also how she is building a community so that people don’t have to feel alone when entering a new phase of life. The anxiety Lauren experienced in early postpartum. This is a fun and upbeat conversation that tackles some serious subjects. You can find more about Lauren at https://instagram.com/laus_healthy_life  and https://www.eastnd.ca/book-with-lauren-holden-nd.   You can also find the pumpkin oat bars that are mentioned in the podcast here: https://www.laushealthylife.com/healthy-no-bake-pumpkin-oat-bars/. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors:  Ashe Green Design. Find out more at  https://www.ashleygreen.ca Fuel Your Body. Learn more at https://eatfyb.ca. Modo Yoga Charlottetown. Discover more here: https://modoyoga.com/charlottetown/ Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit:⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
Our First Live Episode
07-09-2023
Our First Live Episode
Join Alyssa and Kailea for their first live podcast recording with 50 of their dear friends and listeners in the audience at Upstreet Craft Brewing in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. This discussion was led by Caley Aylward and turns the tables as the hosts get interviewed.  In this episode they discuss: • Creating more capacity to feel joy, rest and how to create the time to slow down. Kailea leads an exercise that shows how you can do this in real time along with the crowd. • Comparison and the pressure to do it all. Where this comes from and how they are currently experiencing it. • The daily practices that Alyssa and Kailea do to feel their version of their best selves.  • The exhausting side of self improvement and what Alyssa is doing currently to reset. • Responding to “what do you do?” and creating more connection by changing this common conversation starter. • Meeting people where they are at and what that really means when solving conflict. This was a dream come true for Alyssa and Kailea and you can hear the excitement in their voices as they speak about their experiences with Caley.  Find out more about Caley here: https://instagram.com/homebycaleyjoy  This episode is brought to you by Drink Libra. Find out more about this delicious non-alcoholic craft brewery at www.drinklibra.ca Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
Kate Beaton: How Home Shapes Our Imagination
17-08-2023
Kate Beaton: How Home Shapes Our Imagination
Kate Beaton, New York Times Bestselling author and winner of Canada Reads 2023, chats with Alyssa and Kailea. They talk about the pull of heartache and success in relation to home, how our environment shapes the dreams we dream, and what makes her feel the most like herself.   In this episode they discuss:  The messiness of the human experience and how her graphic novel Ducks so accurately and uniquely captured the emotional complexity of it. How, for her, even in the worst situations, there will be moments of fondness. What influences do we need to dream big and how does our environment shape how ‘stretchy’ our imaginations become?How growing up in a small town on the east coast of Canada shaped her idea of success, and how the local economy and export of labour gave her the impression she had to leave to succeed financially.Being young and believing the people who tell you that you are powerless.How for her, home is where you like yourself best. Success and what that means to her.Hometown support and how impactful it has been for her.  This conversation is honest and interesting. It will leave you thinking about how you have come to dream what you dream, and where you feel most at home. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. Find out more at https://www.emilyhowardart.com Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com Drink Libra. For more information visit www.drinklibra.ca  Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio:https://www.gregalsop.com/
Embodying Self-Love with Blake Caissie
03-08-2023
Embodying Self-Love with Blake Caissie
Kailea and Alyssa sit down with Blake Caissie aka Zsa Zsa Zhoosh to discuss self-love, self-compassion, boundaries, and living authentically.  In this episode they cover: • How Blake discovered his love for drag and what it’s brought into his life • Being brought up in a very religious environment and Blake’s relationship with faith now • His decision to speak with an addiction counsellor • The PEI Pride community and the growth of acceptance he’s experienced • The power he’s gained from understanding that ‘no’ is a two letter word that can design his life for the better, and so much more.  This conversation with Blake teaches us so many small ways we can make huge changes in our lives that allow us to embody more self-love. We explore how doing this is not only for our own benefit, but inevitably ripples out to positively impact others. You can follow along Blake’s journey  https://instagram.com/blakecaissiesignatureblondes And  https://instagram.com/zsazsazhoosh This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. Find out more at https://www.emilyhowardart.com Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com Jessica Gallant Beauty. For more information visit  https://jessicagallantbeauty.com Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
The Difference Between Healthy Pride and Arrogance?
20-07-2023
The Difference Between Healthy Pride and Arrogance?
Alyssa and Kailea sit down to discuss pride, arrogance, and so much more. A subject they didn’t know was so loaded…. listen as they unpack their different points of view.   In this episode they cover:  • What healthy pride looks like for both of them.  • Why Kailea feels shame when it comes to pride and arrogance and why it’s not such a trigger for Alyssa.  • How comments from childhood can really stick with you and how that shows up for both of them.   • The art of not shrinking, not puffing up, but simply standing your sacred ground.   • Why pride can feel scary and if validation is okay to seek.  • The way people communicate their pride and how it might affect those around them.  • What does it mean when we need to feel special?   This conversation covers some vulnerable moments for Kailea and some moments of defensiveness for Alyssa. Coming to no real conclusion whether pride is a healthy emotion, but an interesting and healthy discussion, nonetheless.  This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. Find out more at https://www.emilyhowardart.com Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
The Art of Style with Natalie Owens
06-07-2023
The Art of Style with Natalie Owens
Natalie Owens is the powerhouse entrepreneur behind Stil James Styling and Stil James Interiors. A friend of Kailea’s since their university days, this conversation is like listening in to friends hanging out.  In this episode, they discuss: • Finding and building a career that aligns with who you are. • How Natalie started her business with a baby on her hip and why mothers are primarily who she hires for her business. • Listening to your gut and knowing when it’s time to make a big leap.  • How self confidence can strengthen from wearing what you want and decorating your house the way you dream - not by just listening to trends.  • The ability to be open to what the future might hold and so, so much more! Alyssa and Kailea loved every single second of this conversation. This episode is jam packed with advice for entrepreneurs, and for anyone trying to tap into their instincts.  You can follow Natalie over at:  www.instagram.com/stiljames.styling   www.instagram.com/stiljames.interiors This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. Find out more at https://www.emilyhowardart.com Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
The Vulnerability of Being a Dad with Nick Gaudio
22-06-2023
The Vulnerability of Being a Dad with Nick Gaudio
Alyssa and Kailea chat with Nick Gaudio about the often-unspoken vulnerability that can come along with adjusting to fatherhood, how to navigate partnership balance, and so much more.   In this conversation they discuss: Losing your feelings of competence and confidenceUnexpected ways vulnerability or uncertainty may presentLack of language around hard emotions’ dads may experienceThe expectations of parenthood and your marriage after kids How working on communication skills helps in parenthoodThe mental load and what it means for the other partnerTaking responsibility for yourself and showing up wholeheartedly as a parent   This episode speaks to the journey of parenthood from a father’s perspective. Nick gets very vulnerable about some of the difficulties that Dads can face, that aren’t always openly talked about.     Follow Nick and Brittnei at www.instagram.com/thelifetheybuilt This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. To find out more about her art or to purchase her book “The Morning We Met” visit www.emilyhowardart.com Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com   Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
The Complexities of Friendships Part 2: We had our first fight
08-06-2023
The Complexities of Friendships Part 2: We had our first fight
Alyssa and Kailea sit down to unpack the first challenge in their friendship. A fun trip took a turn when emotional resources were low and defensiveness went high.  In this conversation they discuss: What happened on their trip that caused feelings to get hurt on both sidesThe stories they hold about themselves from childhood and what it means when they come up in adulthoodHow past friendships can play a role in new onesThe processes they use to work through tough feelingsIf they consider each other equals in their friendshipHow they moved through this challenge and what they plan to do next time something similar happensThe personal journeys they are both on right now and how it’s affecting their friendship This episode is a real inside look into their friendship and speaks to the effort and vulnerability it takes to maintain friendships as adults. This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit ⁠centralcoastalpei.com⁠ Emily Howard Art. To find out more about her art or to purchase her book “The Morning We Met” visit www.emilyhowardart.com Libra Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer. To find out more check out ⁠drinklibra.ca⁠. Use the coupon SEASONTHREE for 15% off your order! Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)   To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
"Just Live" with Incurable Cancer Thriver Michelle Hughes
25-05-2023
"Just Live" with Incurable Cancer Thriver Michelle Hughes
Michelle Hughes joins Kailea and Alyssa for a conversation about life, love, loss and living with stage 4 incurable cancer. Michelle is a 36 year old wife and mother and has the most immensely beautiful outlook on living.  In this conversation they discuss: Michelle’s journey with her cancer diagnosis and what to say to those who might be going through something similarFertility struggles and lossBravery and the courage it takes to live out loudFinding the joy in mundane moments because life is too shortDoing things that make your heart beat fastWhat it means to just live and so much more.  What on paper could have been a very difficult and sad conversation is one full of joy, hope, optimism and most importantly, truth.  Follow Michelle’s journey @myjourneytojustlive https://instagram.com/myjourneytojustlive This episode is brought to you by the following sponsors: Emily Howard Art. To find out more about her art or to purchase her book “The Morning We Met” visit www.emilyhowardart.com Libra Non-Alcoholic Craft Beer. To find out more check out ⁠drinklibra.ca⁠. Use the coupon SEASONTHREE for 15% off your order! Central Coastal PEI. For more information visit centralcoastalpei.com   Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason)   To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: ⁠https://kaileaswitzer.com⁠ In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com/
Money Shame: Healing our Relationship with our Finances with @MyMoneyFriend
08-03-2023
Money Shame: Healing our Relationship with our Finances with @MyMoneyFriend
Kailea and Alyssa welcome Ashley MacPherson of @mymoneyfriend to talk about a subject that many people feel a lot of shame around - money. In this episode they discuss: What led Ashley to being over $100,000 in debt and how she got out of it.How childhood money trauma shaped Ashley’s relationship with her finances, and how she has worked to heal her scarcity mindset.How Ashley identified her values and started to live more in the moment and spend with intention.Why so many of us feel shame when talking about money.Revenge spending and comparing your finances to others.Tangible steps towards healing your relationship with your finances. Ashley is incredibly passionate about financial literacy. She creates a safe, non-judgmental space to truly face and understand your financial picture, expand your knowledge so you can make informed money decisions, and focus on value-based spending and saving so you can achieve your larger goals. Resources from this episode: Ashley’s services: Instagram.com/mymoneyfriend This episode is brought to you by following sponsors: Mysa Nordic Spa & Resort. To book visit mysanordicspa.com Join the conversation over on Instagram @inthisnewseason (www.Instagram.com/inthisnewseason) In This New Season is recorded and produced by Greg Alsop at Don’t Wake Baby Studio: https://www.gregalsop.com To find out more about Kailea’s practice visit: https://kaileaswitzer.com