Mind The Gaps

#30 The Equilibrium of Food & Fitness

Welcome to Episode #30: The Equilibrium of Food & Fitness, where Kirsten is joined by Shauna Wallace, Registered Psychotherapist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, and Group Fitness Instructor. Together, they discuss how trauma, shame, and societal pressures affect eating behaviours and body image. Shauna explains returning “home” to your body with compassion, using somatic therapy and yogic principles to find balance, and moving beyond the cycles of bingeing and restrictive eating. This episode offers key insights on intuitive eating, mindful movement, and building a healthy, loving relationship with food, exercise, and yourself. Tune in for a compassionate guide on reconnecting with your body and finding your equilibrium.

#29 Crowning The King Within

Welcome to Episode #29: Crowning The King Within. In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Mike Elliott, an evolutionary relationship coach helping high-achieving men shed societal armour and embrace deeper emotional work. Together, they explore redefining masculinity through vulnerability, inner child work, and the archetypes of the lover, warrior, magician, and king. Mike shares how balancing masculine and feminine energies can deepen relationships and foster authentic connection—a win for everyone. This one’s for the men and the mothers, daughters, and partners walking alongside them. Tune in for an inspiring look at evolving masculinity and showing up fully in life and love.

#28 'DiagNOsis' Reawakened

Welcome to Episode 28: ‘DiagNOsis’ Reawakened. In this episode, Kirsten re-releases her take on traditional medical models of mental health, featuring insights from Gabor Mate’s recent talk on Trauma, Illness, and Healing, in a Toxic Culture. Kirsten exposes the limitations of mental disorder diagnostics and inspiring us to transcend these labels. Embracing a holistic approach to wellness, she invites us to think of one another’s emotional states in the context of our unique life journeys, rather than simply categorizing them as 'disordered'. Get ready to unlock your power to rise above suffering, by viewing your emotions as sensations you experience, not as traits you possess.

#27 Ancient Healing in the Modern World

Welcome to Episode 27: Ancient Healing in the Modern World. In this episode, Kirsten sits down with Dr. Kevin Preston, a trailblazer in Traditional Chinese Medicine, to explore the body’s innate wisdom as a guide to healing in 2025. Dr. Preston delves into the profound connections between emotions and the body, explaining how organs such as the liver, kidneys, spleen, lungs, and heart reflect and influence specific emotional states. He also shares his unique approach to addressing autoimmune conditions and the impact of modern toxins; blending acupuncture, herbal medicine, and emotional awareness to uncover root causes and restore vitality. Together, Kirsten and Dr. Preston unpack fresh insights into healing by listening to the body and integrating ancient wisdom with modern wellness.

#26 Beyond a Couch and a Cardigan

Welcome to Episode 26: Beyond a Couch and a Cardigan. In this episode, Kirsten demystifies the therapy experience—breaking down common stereotypes to reveal its true purpose. She discusses why therapy is more than just venting, the key differences between types of therapists, and why confronting pain is the best way through it. Kirsten also provides guidance on finding the right therapist, getting the most out of sessions, and how she maintains boundaries between clients’ issues and her own life. Most importantly, she emphasizes the need to normalize therapy—because everyone deserves the chance to heal and grow.

#25 Peaceful Prosperity

Welcome to Episode 25: Peaceful Prosperity. In this episode, Kirsten is joined by Oliver Manalese, a transformation coach, spiritual guide, business owner, and author of The Daily Prosperity Method. Together, they explore what it means to align your work with your gifts, diving into themes of fixing energy leaks, ending the war within, and transmuting into our highest selves. Oliver also shares insights from his book, which has empowered readers to ‘own their day’ by intentionally creating environments for growth. This episode is a powerful reminder to quit playing it small, and to take bold steps toward a life that is peacefully prosperous.

#24 Psychological Wealth

Welcome to Episode 24: Psychological Wealth. In this thought-provoking episode, Kirsten introduces the concept of filling our ‘mental piggy banks’ to create richer, more fulfilling lives. Drawing from her background in existential psychotherapy, Kirsten examines how the four ultimate concerns of life—meaning, isolation, freedom, and death—can serve as currencies for psychological wealth. Tune in to understand how making meaningful investments in yourself can elevate your overall wellbeing.

#23 Music to My Heart

Welcome to Episode 23: Music to My Heart. In this episode, Kirsten sits down with the talented indie-pop artist goodheart, a singer, songwriter, and producer who has been making music and transforming her world into sound since childhood. Together, they delve into the profound connections between music and the mind, exploring themes including emotions, creativity, flow state, and vulnerability. goodheart also shares her unique perspectives on the art of music-making, performing, and self-expression. Abundant with snippets of goodheart's original songs, this episode offers a heartfelt journey into how music can help us better understand ourselves and each other.
All musical rights of goodheart’s songs included in this episode belong to goodheart / ℗ © Lianna Marie Boncore: "Make Me Feel" (2022), “Back To You” (2021), “Horses” (2024), “Running From You” (2022), “Just For One Night” (2023), & “I Don’t Wanna Know” (2024). goodheart has granted Kirsten Davidson consent to include her original audio tracks into this podcast episode.

#22 Love is a Verb

Welcome to Episode 22: Love is a Verb. In this heartfelt episode, Kirsten delves into the beauty and complexity of the 5 Love Languages—quality time, physical touch, words of affirmation, acts of service, and receiving gifts. She reveals how understanding your preferred love languages, and others’, can transform the way you navigate both dating and relationships. Kirsten also reminds us that authenticity is the cornerstone of every meaningful connection. Join us as we explore the harmony of love languages and uncover how to nurture relationships that are genuine, fulfilling, and alive with intention.

#21 From Gaps to Growth in 2024

Welcome to Episode 21: From Gaps to Growth in 2024. In this year’s final episode, Kirsten brings together her 2024 podcast guests to share how they stepped out of their comfort zones and embraced their growth zones. By 'Minding Their Gaps', Kirsten and 11 guests openly reflect on pivotal growth moments that shaped their year, and will inspire their journey into 2025.