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We talk about surviving hard things and share stories about autism, caregiving, disability, allyship, parenting, mental health and wellness.

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Dealing Hope

Fancy Y.

December 3, 2020

Strong As I Need to Be

In two days my husband and I celebrate our 25thanniversary- apart, with a 13 hour difference, and on two different continents. This time last year, we discussed celebrating our 25thin […]

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Allie G.

When Being Strong Is the Only Choice

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Rev. Michelle Brotherton

Peace

November 30, 2020

Julie Racine

Sharing Her Gift pt. 3

November 29, 2020

Deb P.

Dear Me…

November 28, 2020

Stacey aka WillowjakMama

My Adapted Christmas Traditions

November 27, 2020

Dr. Jen Parsons, ND

Ways to Beat Winter Lockdown Blues

November 25, 2020

Michelle Scrimgeour-Brown

Let Go to Let Them Lead

November 24, 2020

Liza McClelland

Wiping Butts

November 23, 2020

Julie Racine

Sharing Her Gift pt. 2

November 22, 2020

Choose Your Own After

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Grab a cuppa or a hard cider, pop in your earpods and settle into your cozy spot 

Are you a joy seeker or a hope dealer? Are you currently stuck and feeling isolated in your muck, or are you in a stage of life where your life experiences are improving the lives of others? 

In the toughest of times I’ve turned to the stories of other survivors of hard things to give me hope. From them, I’ve learned that there was a “before” and an “after” and it’s in how they chose to live their after, that determined their success. Like the Choose Your Own Adventure books, when faced with an obstacle, you’ve still always got a choice. I’m inspired by those who’ve chosen a positive mindset and this podcast will introduce you to them, so they can inspire you too. 

This won’t just be a podcast about autism because I’m no expert. It won’t just be a podcast about parenting because I’m no expert at that either. But it will be a podcast where you can expect to hear the stories, tips and lessons that I’ve absorbed and used along the way in my own journey as a single mom to my boys.

You’re at a dead-end. What are you going to choose? I hope you’ll choose to join our growing Willowjak community and discover how you can take some nuggets from our chats to improve your own afters. 

Hi, I'm Stacey.
Welcome to the
Willowjak Blog 

My blog started as a way to document my journey to wellness, but turned into a place to be inspired by others through our collective messy & authentic stories. We chat about themes that are often ignored and voices that aren't often given a chance at the mic. Now it's my favourite place to be. 

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