• Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health Conversations for Perfectionists

  • By: Jennifer Walter
  • Podcast

Scenic Route, Social Change and Mental Health Conversations for Perfectionists

By: Jennifer Walter
  • Summary

  • Forget the fast lane! The Scenic Route is where perfectionists slow down, get better, and create real change.

    We explore:

    • Mental health wisdom (minus toxic positivity)
    • Social change (that starts from within)
    • System critiques (with actionable solutions)
    • Inner wisdom (over external validation)
    • Mindfulness for minimalists (no crystals required)


    Join Jennifer Walter, sociologist (MASoc UCC) and recovering perfectionist, for weekly conversations that blend critical thinking with oh-so-much compassion.

    Whether you're questioning everything or trying to find peace amongst the chaos, you'll find space here for your inner voice, mindset, mental health, and collective change—you're in the right place. We make space for both personal healing and collective change—with a side of potty humour.

    New episodes drop every Tuesday.
    Ready to walk the scenic route?
    The view up here is *chef's kiss.*

    © 2024 Scenic Route by Jennifer Walter
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Episodes
  • Perimenopause Club: Break Free from Supplement Scams & Reclaim Your Health with Nutritionist Sandra Mikhail
    Nov 26 2024

    Ready to cut through the noise around perimenopause? In this episode, nutritionist Sandra Mikhail helps us navigate the complex world of women's health without falling prey to expensive supplement marketing.

    Key Episode Highlights

    • Common perimenopause symptoms and when they typically start
    • Why supplement companies target perimenopausal women
    • How to identify quality supplements vs marketing scams
    • The truth about collagen supplements and the bone broth trend
    • Understanding hormonal changes and their impact on metabolism
    • Practical nutrition strategies for managing symptoms


    Tired of wasting money on pricey supplements that promise hormonal harmony? In this episode, nutritionist Sandra Mikhail reveals what your body needs during perimenopause – and it's not another expensive miracle pill.

    Sandra shares practical nutrition strategies that won't break the bank, from protein targets that support muscle health to the intriguing "Power of 30" rule (hint: it's about plant diversity, not your age!).

    Plus, learn to spot the red flags in women's health marketing and understand why those trendy at-home hormone tests might be leading you down the wrong path. Tune in to discover this game-changing approach to perimenopause nutrition.

    Join us on the Scenic Route.

    Connect with Sandra Mikhail
    Website
    Instagram
    LinkedIn

    Listen to her podcast "The Gastroenterologist And His Daughter"

    Buy her book "The Gut Chronicles"

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    Desire to find your Scenic Route? Visit jenniferwalter.me — a welcoming space for the emotionally exhausted to rest, discover, and playfully embrace inner peace. Embrace a softer, more fulfilling life today!

    For snapshots from Jennifer's scenic route to a softer life come over to

    • Instagram
    • TikTok


    PICK YOUR SCENIC ROUTE AFFIRMATION
    Ready to embrace your Scenic Route? Step off the beaten path with the Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck. It's not about the hustle; it's about finding the courage to trust your inner compass and carve a path that's authentically yours.

    Tap into your inner wisdom and let it guide you.

    👉 Discover Your Scenic Route Affirmation Card
    Curious about what insights await you today? Dive in and let your scenic journey unfold, one affirmation at a time.


    SHOW SOME LOVE
    If you found value in today's episode, I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review and help me share the soft life message.

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    52 mins
  • Breaking Society's Binary: A Revolutionary Tale of Gender Identity & Freedom with Don Mamone
    Nov 19 2024

    In this transformative episode, identity coach and speaker Don Mamone (they/them/theirs) shares their powerful journey beyond society's gender binary. From navigating privilege to embracing radical freedom, Don reveals the profound costs and unexpected rewards of choosing authenticity over conformity.

    Don challenges us to examine how binary thinking limits not just gender expression but every aspect of our lives. They illuminate the path from fear to liberation through their experience of coming out at 45 and building a life of unapologetic self-expression in Texas (USA).

    Key Discussion Points:

    • Understanding gender identity, expression, and the limitations of binary thinking
    • Navigating the journey from conformity to freedom
    • Creating safe spaces in a heteronormative world
    • The real cost of authenticity and the rewards of living truthfully
    • Breaking cycles of performative behaviour through deliberate practice

    Whether you're questioning your identity, seeking to be a better ally, or looking to break free from society's boxes, Don's story offers profound insights into embracing your truth and creating positive change.


    Join us on the scenic route.


    Connect with Don Mamone
    Website
    Instagram
    LinkedIn

    Download Don's practical guide to gender. This one is for anyone interested in learning more about gender, expression, and authenticity.


    _____________________________________________________________________

    Desire to find your Scenic Route? Visit jenniferwalter.me — a welcoming space for the emotionally exhausted to rest, discover, and playfully embrace inner peace. Embrace a softer, more fulfilling life today!

    For snapshots from Jennifer's scenic route to a softer life come over to

    • Instagram
    • TikTok


    PICK YOUR SCENIC ROUTE AFFIRMATION
    Ready to embrace your Scenic Route? Step off the beaten path with the Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck. It's not about the hustle; it's about finding the courage to trust your inner compass and carve a path that's authentically yours.

    Tap into your inner wisdom and let it guide you.

    👉 Discover Your Scenic Route Affirmation Card
    Curious about what insights await you today? Dive in and let your scenic journey unfold, one affirmation at a time.


    SHOW SOME LOVE
    If you found value in today's episode, I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review and help me share the soft life message.

    Show more Show less
    1 hr
  • Fast Fashion Exposed: You Deserve Better Than Consumerism with Aja Barber
    Nov 12 2024

    Ever hit "complete purchase," only to be smacked with a wave of buyer's remorse? Join activist and author Aja Barber as she rips the band-aid off our collective consumption addiction and helps us imagine a world beyond fast fashion.

    In this eye-opening episode of the Scenic Route, we dive deep into:

    • Why your shopping habits might be a hangover from colonialism
    • The truth behind "retail therapy" and emotional spending
    • How to break free from the buy-buy-buy culture
    • Finding your authentic style without breaking the bank
    • Why secondhand shopping is your secret weapon
    • How to recognize and resist manipulative marketing
    • Building a wardrobe that reflects your true values

    Aja Barber, author of "Consumed: The Need for Collective Change," shares powerful insights about:

    • The real environmental and human cost of fast fashion
    • Why "style" can't be purchased but must be discovered
    • Breaking the cycle of overconsumption
    • Finding freedom beyond the dopamine hit of shopping
    • Building a conscious closet that lasts (and your proud of)

    Whether you're a conscious consumer or just starting to question your shopping habits, this conversation is your wake-up call to reclaim your style, your values, and your purchasing power.

    Join us on the scenic route.


    Connect with Aja Barber
    Website
    Instagram
    Threads

    Join her Patron for all things sustainable fashion (incl. the best secondhand finds!)

    Buy her book Consumed: The Need for Collective Change: Colonialism, Climate Change, and Consumerism

    _____________________________________________________________________

    Desire to find your Scenic Route? Visit jenniferwalter.me — a welcoming space for the emotionally exhausted to rest, discover, and playfully embrace inner peace. Embrace a softer, more fulfilling life today!

    For snapshots from Jennifer's scenic route to a softer life come over to

    • Instagram
    • TikTok


    PICK YOUR SCENIC ROUTE AFFIRMATION
    Ready to embrace your Scenic Route? Step off the beaten path with the Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck. It's not about the hustle; it's about finding the courage to trust your inner compass and carve a path that's authentically yours.

    Tap into your inner wisdom and let it guide you.

    👉 Discover Your Scenic Route Affirmation Card
    Curious about what insights await you today? Dive in and let your scenic journey unfold, one affirmation at a time.


    SHOW SOME LOVE
    If you found value in today's episode, I would appreciate it if you could leave a rating and review and help me share the soft life message.

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    1 hr and 16 mins

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