Happy Winter Solstice Lovelies!  Like its summer counterpart, the solstice season is a time of great transition, reflection and manifestation.  With December in full swing, it can also be easy to feel overwhelmed or stressed with the busyness of the holiday season and forget to take care of what matters most – ourselves! Christmas parties at the office, holiday themed dinner parties, festive chocolates, cookies and sweets everywhere you turn, food court eats at the mall while you “shop till you drop”, a little extra rum in that nog, the Christmas dinner(s)… Yes, the potential of all of this squeezed into one month can be overwhelming for some but it does not have to be that way my friends. In this episode, Fab discusses some of the key ways to stay grounded this holiday season and leverage times like the solstice to look inward, enjoy a little extra down time and really carve out some time to jot down those manifestations you have been putting off.  As always, you can stay up to date on new episodes by clicking Subscribe wherever you tune into this podcast and also follow both @thefabcollective on Instagram page (@The Fab Collective), @Fab_Channer on TikTok Also, don’t forget to Like or Share this podcast wherever you tune in as well :) Thank you for tuning in to this episode, we so appreciate your support.  Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Wishing you a FABULOUS holiday season! xo Fab & The Fab Collective Team  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Ivan Touko was born and raised in Cameroon and moved to Edmonton, Alberta, in 2012. Ivan is an avid Community Builder, Social Innovator, and Entrepreneur who uses the power of community, dance, and culture to bring together people from all walks of life. With over six years of combined experience working in project management, recruitment, sustainability, and community development for the University of Alberta, Ribbon Rouge Foundation, and other significant organizations both in the non-profit and for-profit sectors, Ivan truly knows what it takes to build bridges and co-create with vibrant and resilient communities intentionally. Ivan is a recipient of Alberta’s Top 30 under 30 award and has spoken at prestigious events such as TEDx UAlberta, Creative Mornings, the Student Sustainability Summit, and the PACE Resiliency Panel. Ivan has also landed coverage in online prints and broadcast outlets, including Radio Canada (CBC), the Edmonton Journal, Narcity Calgary, The Gateway, ACGC’s blog, and Prokonnect. In addition to his extensive work in the community, Ivan regularly holds fun and entertaining open-level Afro Dance workshops and loves flying his mini-drone around Edmonton (You wouldn’t believe how amazing Edmonton & everything looks from above!). Ivan is the CEO of La Connexional Inc and holds a Bilingual BSc in Environmental Sciences and Conservation with a Certificate in Sustainability from the University of Alberta/Campus Saint-Jean. During our discussion, we talked about what it’s like highlighting the Black and Latin American community in Edmonton, the growth of the Pour Me Water Festival, and how society and collaboration can go such a long way. // LINKS // La Connexional: https://laconnexional.com/ Pour Me Water Festival: https://laconnexional.com/pmwfest/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ivantouko/ If anything in this episode resonates with you, we want to hear about it! Be sure to send us your questions via our social media channels: Instagram: @TheFabCollective TikTok: @Fab_Channer Also, stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast - don't forget to Like or Share while you're at it! Thank you for tuning in to this episode; your support is appreciated. *Please note that this episode is for information purposes only and not meant to replace any medical or health advice from a professional* --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Rehana Malik-Mbanga is the CEO of Stimbok Corporation & Sustainable Development, which works to create a platform for partners to invest in Women of African Heritage. She is also the founder of When African Women Talk, an organization that solely aims to celebrate Canadian Women of African Descent. When African Women Talk is currently based in Alberta and is very ready to expand to other parts of the country. During our discussion, we talked about the challenges of being a black woman, the ways Rehana overcame adversity, and the vital work of When African Women Talk. // LINKS // When African Women Talk: https://www.whenafricanwomentalk.com/ Simbok: https://www.stimbok.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whenafricanwomentalk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whenafricanwomentalk If anything in this episode resonates with you, we want to hear about it! Be sure to send us your questions via our social media channels: Instagram: @TheFabCollective TikTok: @Fab_Channer Also, stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast - don't forget to Like or Share while you're at it! Thank you for tuning in to this episode, your support is so appreciated. *Please note that this episode is for information purposes only and not meant to replace any medical or health advice from a professional* --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Winter. The dreaded time of year when everything gets cold, greyish, dry and did we say COLD?!?! While we definitely still do appreciate the beauty that this season does bring, so many of us still feel the effects winter has on our skin from head to toe.  On this episode, we welcome back skincare expert Karen Kelln-Dwyer, Marketing Lead & Spa Director at Optimum Health & Kolya , to discuss how to best protect, nurture and care for your skin during the colder season and why it is so important to do so - it is way more than just surface level.  Karen and Fab also reveal some of their winter go-to essentials that have stood the test of time and keep them glowing all winter long - winter glow is possible people! haha If you have skin, you'll want to tune into this episode, hard stop, periodt!  To stay up-to-date on fabulous episodes like these, be sure to subscribe wherever you tune in to the podcast. To see more of what Fab is up to and see some BTS , be sure to follow @thefabcollecive Instagram account and @Fab_Channer on Tik Tok. We also would love if you spread the love by pressing Like wherever you tune and sharing this podcast with your peers.  Thank you for tuning in to this episode and being on this journey with us, we so appreciate your support! See you on the next episode :) Fab & The Fab Collective Team  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

On this episode we welcome back Dr. Christina Bjorndal, ND to discuss why we should be paying more attention to our ENTIRE cycle and not just when the bleeding starts. As touched on in previous episodes with Dr. Chris, the 4 distinct phases of our Cycle all offer us different gifts and when nurtured, allow us to live a life full of vitality and vigor. In this episode we go in way deeper and explore:  each distinct phase of our cycle  Our Estrogen vs. Progesterone and its correlation to our cycle  Fertility and how each distinct phase affects it Why some women can get pregnant during their period (bleeding phase) Understanding the 3 different types of Estrogen and how to balance them for health How to nurture each phase of our cycle, helping us to live our lives in our fullest essence And a whole lot more! There is a lot to learn in this episode and it's not just for women; the more we all know about the beautiful seasons of a woman's cycle, the more understanding and care we can provide.  Below is a list of some of the resources mentioned in this episode for your further research, learning and/or reference: When the bough breaks documentary  Natural Terrain website + instagram @naturalterrainnd and @drchrisbjorndal Beyond the label book  Umbilical cord toxins article here As always, you can stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast, and via our Instagram page @thefabcollective. If you enjoy this podcast and/or this episode be sure to also Like and Share on your social platforms as well. Thank you again to everyone for tuning in, sharing, liking and supporting this podcast, your support means so much. - Fab Channer + The Fab Collective Team Please note that this episode, like all o four episodes are for informational purposes only and not meant to replace or substitute professional advice from your own medical professional or team.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Cycle Syncing™, what exactly is it? You've heard Fab talk about it a lot on past episode, and its been reference on @thefabcollective several times but what exactly this Cycle Syncing™? Well in this episode, Fab finally dives into this game changing method, trademarked by Alissa Vitti  that has helped Fab transform so many areas of her life. Fab details how: She first discovered this method What exactly is Cycle Syncing and why all women should be doing it Shares some of her favourite quotes re. Cycle Syncing direct from The Woman Code book How embracing the Cycle Syncing™ method has led her to more joy, alignment, success and balance. This is a must listen for any woman who wants to learn more about being in-tune with their truest selves and how to live a live that honours that. As with all episode, this episode is for information purposes only and not meant to be medical advice.  As always, you can stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast, and via our Instagram page @thefabcollective or follow fab on Tik Tok at @fab_channer. If you enjoy this podcast and/or this episode be sure to also Like and Share on your social platforms as well. Thank you again to everyone for tuning in, sharing, liking and supporting this podcast, your support means so much. - Fab Channer --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Boundaries. A whole and complete sentence that is far too often bulldozed over and disregarded. Our boundaries are essentials goal posts to help us maintain a certain state of wellbeing so why does it feel like they are so hard to set and keep?  In this episode, we welcome back Roxanne Francis who walks us through everything there is to know about boundaries and why they are imperative for your overall mental health and physical wellbeing. We dive in and explore the following: What exactly is a boundary? Let's break it down. The importance of setting boundaries and how it relates to self care. Tips on how to set boundaries and KEEP them. In a society where burnout, mental exhaustion, urgency and busyness are all celebrated as badges of honour, this episode is a refreshing reminder that boundaries are absolutely necessary to quiet the noise of the above mentioned and help you take back control of your time and energy - “Just because my calendar shows available, does NOT mean I have capacity” - Roxanne Francis. Boundaries really are your friend, so tune in to learn more :) As always, you can stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast, and via our Instagram page @thefabcollective. If you enjoy this podcast and/or this episode be sure to also Like and Share on your social platforms as well. To learn more from Roxanne you can connect with her on all the socials:  Insta @francispsychotherapy  Twitter @FrancisTherapy   FB Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services and  Tik Tok @francistherapy You can also connect with her via her website https://www.francispsychotherapy.com/ Thank you again to everyone for tuning in, sharing, liking and supporting this podcast, your support means so much. - Fab Channer + The Fab Collective Team --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

In this episode, Fab opens up about her mental health journey and shares some of the wellness modalities she has and continues to explore on her healing journey, after two serious seasons of mental iil-health. She walks through some of her most vulnerable moments and shares some of what her path to healing entailed and some of the wellness practices she embraced along the way.  Fab is deeply grateful to the many wellness practitioners who have supported her on this healing journey and feels deeply moved to share her experience with others, who may be looking to explore various options in their own healing and wellness journey. Some of the practitioners she mentions in this episode include: Alyssa Schmidt & Dr. Brett Klesko at 4 Points Health & Wellness - http://www.4pointshealth.com/meet-the-team Kamila Vida - https://www.kamilavida.com/ Park Integrative Health - https://pihealth.ca/pihhome/ Dima - http://dima-lates.com/ Natural Terrain Naturopathic Clinic - https://naturalterrain.com/ Jade Reflection & Renewal - https://www.facebook.com/JadeReflectionandRenewal/ Elevation Church - https://elevationchurch.org/ If anything in this episode resonates with you, we want to hear about it! Be sure to send us your questions via our social media channels: Instagram @TheFabCollective Tik Tok @Fab_Channer Also, stay up to date on new episodes by Subscribing wherever you listen to this podcast - don't forget to Like or Share while you're at it :)  Thank you for tuning in to this episode, your support is so appreciated.  *Please note that this episode is for information purposes only and not meant to replace any medical or health advice from a professional* --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

On today's episode we are going under the covers and talking about all things Libido! There is a lot to learn here, so get cozy, pull out the pen and notebook, and have a good listen.   Our guest, Dr. Michael Mason-Wood is a naturopathic doctor, licensed by the College of Naturopathic Doctors of Alberta (CNDA) and also the co-founder of Natural Terrain Naturopathic Clinic in Edmonton, Alberta Canada. To learn more about him and his practice, please visit the clinic website at   https://naturalterrain.com/.  In our episode, we discussed the sometimes 'taboo' topic of libido, the many misconceptions and actual realities about libido for both women and men. Specifically we dive into: 1 - What are the key drivers that affect your libido? 2 - What is the connection between our hormonal health and libido function?  3 - What would you say is the #1 cause of libido decline that we have seen in the past decade? 4 - What can we all do to improve our libido at any age? We would love to hear your thoughts on this episode, so be sure to submit your questions or feedback to us via the question below (Spotify listeners only) or via our social media - @TheFabCollective on Instagram. As always, don’t forget to Subscribe to stay up-to-date on latest episodes and Like or Share this podcast wherever you tune in as well :) Thank you for tuning in to this episode, we so appreciate your support :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message

Organic. A word that has evolved so much over the past few decades.  A word that incites mixed emotions for many. A word that has had its fair share of greenwashing, as its popularity has increased over the past two decades.  What does organic mean?  What does it represent?  What does it mean to you? In this episode, Fab dives into this topic which is near and dear to her and unpacks perception vs. reality regarding organic. She goes deeper and explores 'organic' wholistically from seed to harvest. She also explores why some may want to explore this way of life, what led her to an 'organic lifestyle' and why 'organic' labeled may not always be her go-to when at her local grocer.  This episode goes deep, so tune in, share, comment, and provide your insights on what has felt like a debate for years: Organic vs. non-organic.  If you have any questions, please submit them via Voice Messages. You can stay updated on new episodes by subscribing wherever you tune into this podcast.  Also, follow Fab via social media for more information and extra tidbits: Instagram: @TheFabCollective Twitter: @FabChanner TikTok: @Fab_Channer Also, don’t forget to Like or Share this podcast wherever you tune in. Thank you for tuning in to this episode, I appreciate your support. I’ll see you on the next episode :) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thefabcollective/message