This week I'm getting into all the things wrong with social media (and a couple things they get right). From the US Tik Tok ban to plastic surgeon social media packages, this episodes guaranteed to have some spicy tidbits for your mind to chew on!

Cheers to the first episode of 2025! I'm diving into everything from diet culture to body positivity and why none of it is healthy for you. I've got hot takes on pyramid scheme workout groups and predatory New Years marketing plots in the midst of some upfront and honest opinions on body positivity and why it isn't as positive as it sounds. This episode may be short, but that doesn't mean it's sweet! Let's ring in the new year together, with this fiesty episode of Facts With Dak!

For the last episode of 2024, I explore common holiday speed bumps and how they can be managed with your mental health in mind. Join me as I discuss my family's New Year's Eve tradition and my favorite annual manifestation practice, along with my favorite holiday media & my take on navigating shops during the busiest time of year. Let's explore the highs and lows of the holiday season together and ring in the new year with love, happiness and health. Cheers to the first year of Facts With Dak and cheers to the many more to come!

Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of emotional abuse, mental abuse, disordered eating and body dysmorphia.

This week I take you through my biggest life experiences from beginning as a small farm child to becoming a neurodivergent adult. I discuss my personal history with mental illness, adhd, abuse, disordered eating & body dysmorphia to open the door for future episodes that dive deep into each topic, and many others. I take you through what each experience taught me and how I manage my mental illness day to day after many years of *mismanaging* and feeling lost in my own mind.

Get cozy and settle in for this deep and personal episode!

This week we are back with the good vibes from a cozy bed! To counteract the seriousness and political nature of my last episode, I decided to wing this one and keep it fun. I get into the snow storm that hit Saskatoon over the weekend, all of the germs that seem to multiply during chilly season and I dive deeper into my job experiences and current work load, including my take on how people pleasing is actually lowkey manipulation. Get comfy and spend the snow day with me for this extra long chat episode!

Saskatoon Warm Up Locations:

https://www.saskatoon.ca/sites/default/files/documents/fire-department/emo/warm_up_locations_2020.pdf

Well folks, this episode is a heavy one. I'll be diving into the topic that is too scary for a lot of people to tackle: politics. I'll be discussing the US Presidential Election results and what they mean for Canada & the rest of the world. I'll be discussing the similarities between Tr*mp & the Canadian Conservative Party and I'll be exploring the lack of critical thinking that's led to a harsh division of society.

*If you or someone you love needs mental health assistance, please check through the phone numbers & links below.*

CANADA:

National Mental Health Hotline:

(866)903-3787

Suicide Crisis Helpline:

9-8-8

For First Nations, Inuit & Métis People - Hope For Wellness Help Line:

1-855-242-3310

Kids Help Phone:

1-800-668-6868

Full Resource list:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html

UNITED STATES:

Crisis Intervention/Suicide Prevention:

(886)488-7386

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:

(800)273-8255

Crisis Text Line:

Text START to 741-741

LGBTQ+ National Hotline:

(888)843-4564

LGBTQ+ Youth Talkline:

(800)246-7743

Trans Lifeline:

(877)565-8860

This weeks episode is all about priorities, people pleasing & personal growth. We know that I'm a lover of self care, but what does that mean beyond bubble baths & yoga classes? Join me as I explore a deeper definition and share my experience of what consequences can arise when you don't put yourself first.

The first episode is officially out in the world and I am diving right into the good stuff. You and I are going to take a trip through my personal evolution, from being in an abusive relationship to owning my dream business. We'll get into hard topics with a couple mic drop moments about self love & why it only needs to come from yourself. Plus, I'll be giving my take on Netflix's newest phenomenon 'Nobody Wants This' to close out the episode.

Cheer's to our first Magic Monday together!