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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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caregiving

Caregiving

Liza McClelland

December 23, 2021

Getting a Gift You Don’t Like

We’ve all been there. Getting a gift you don’t like and have to pretend you do. It’s awkward and uncomfortable but you put a smile on your face and hope […]

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Stacey aka WillowjakMama

Willowjak’s Favourite Small Businesses

December 21, 2021

Time to Notice the Rain

Nicholas M.

The Rain

December 14, 2021

Liza McClelland

Having Good Choices

December 3, 2021

Started Reading Again

Steph D.

So I’ve Started Reading Again

November 30, 2021

risk of writing

Stacey aka WillowjakMama

The Risk of Writing

November 26, 2021

The Good Witch of the 6ix

Stacey aka WillowjakMama

14. Victoria N. – “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (pt. 2)

November 25, 2021

Amanda C.

All In

November 23, 2021

Rockwell Christmas

Deb P.

The Rockwell Christmas

November 19, 2021

The Good Witch of the 6ix

Stacey aka WillowjakMama

13. Victoria N. – “The Good Witch of the 6ix” (pt. 1)

November 17, 2021

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. 

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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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