How a Song is Hope - with Desiree Nieckar

How a Song is Hope - with Desiree Nieckar

Desiree Nieckar a social worker, singer and speaker who is a passionate public advocate for patients in health care joins me on this episode. She shares her love of music and how a particular song gave her hope in difficult times. This song then became one she shared with her clients and inspired her to record it. You can check out the music video on Youtube - Follow - Desiree Nieckar - https://www.youtube.com/@desireenieckar5377 [https://www.youtube.com/@desireenieckar5377] And find her on Instagram - desireenieckar.official - https://www.instagram.com/desireenieckar.official/ [https://www.instagram.com/desireenieckar.official/]

My brother's post traumatic growth journey

In this episode, I interview my older brother Adrian who has a story of resilience. After a major car accident and many concussions later he has had to overcome mental health issues. Mindfulness, his love for music and for the outdoors have kept him healthy. He started his own jewelry business and is slowly building up stock. I'm excited for him! He shares his 18 year journey to get there.  If you would like to check out Adrian’s work, you can find him at https://themindfuljeweler.ca/ You can find him on instagram: themindfuljewelerbc  On Facebook pages: themindfuljeweler

What saved my life during a hospital stay

In this episode, I express my gratitude for the connections with friends and family. Companionship is healing. And icecream makes me happy! What are your favourite things to combat the blues?

When you are stressed and you need relief

I name my number one mental health tool in this season. Check out Leslie Sansone on YouTube at Walk at Home if you are up for some cardio.

Accepting the truth that I am good

Gardening and the interior life have ways of thriving. We need to trust God at all times that he is with us and will give us what we most need.