You’re Meant to be Here
Welcome to You’re Meant to Be Here, the podcast that guides you on a transformative journey towards total well-being. Explore the intersection of health, wellness, nutrition, fitness, spirituality, mindfulness, and holistic health as we dive deep into the practices and insights that empower you to live your best life. Whether you're seeking balance in your body, peace in your mind, or harmony in your soul, this podcast is your companion on the path to a vibrant, fulfilled, and purpose-driven life. Tune in and discover that everything you need is already within you—because you were meant to be here.
Episodes
37 episodes
The Psychology of Relationships: How Your Brain Warps Reality
Most of us believe we’re reacting to what’s happening in our relationships.But we’re not.We’re reacting to what we think is happening.In this episode, Tara sits down with therapist Hattie to explore the psychology ...
Quantum Physics, Consciousness & the Science Behind Human Connection | Astrophysicist Caitlin Pestana
What does quantum physics have to do with your everyday life? More than you think.This week, astrophysics graduate and science communicator Caitlin Pestana sits down to break down some of the most mind-bending ideas in modern science in ...
Blood Sugar Spikes: The Hidden Cause of Fatigue, Anxiety, Weight Gain & Brain Fog (and more)
Most people think blood sugar is only something diabetics need to worry about.But what if blood sugar spikes are quietly affecting far more than that?In this episode, returning guest Dr. Mikayla Raddysh joins me to unpack one of t...
Why Money, Power, and Control Couldn’t Heal Me: Losing Everything to Find Purpose
From business success to total collapse, Bill Ward’s journey is a powerful reminder that money and control can’t heal spiritual pain. This conversation explores addiction, recovery, cultural reconnection, and what it means to rebuild a life roo...
What’s Really Going On in Women’s Bodies Perimenopause, Hormones, Stress, Cortisol & Weight
If you’ve been feeling tired, irritable, anxious, weight changes, or “off” in your body — this episode explains what might be going on. We explore what’s really happening in women’s bodies as hormones shift, perimenopause begins, cort...
The Audacity to Be Unapologetically Who You Are — And What Happens When You Finally Do
In this bold, heart-opening episode, Tara sits down with poet, public speaker, coach and cultural voice Janne Robinson to explore what it really takes to be unapologetically yourself.They dive into childhood, creativity, purpose, ...
Becoming Whole: Sloane Brown on Addiction, Redemption, and the Power of Living Awake
Sloane Brown — now the Community Marketing Director at Turtlebox and former YETI storyteller — opens up about his journey from addiction to recovery, from chaos to clarity.In this raw and redemptive conversation, Sloane shares how his st...
Inside Canada’s Healthcare Gaps: A Survivor’s Perspective
When 35-year-old veterinarian Sydney Chow found a lump, she never imagined her greatest challenge would be being believed. In this powerful conversation we are joined by her surgeon, Dr. Ryan Suri, as we explore what it r...
The New Masculinity: Why Emotional Depth Matters for Men
What if true strength for men isn’t silence, but vulnerability? In this powerful episode, men’s mental health counselor and TEDx speaker Dustin Hogan shares his personal journey through anxiety, depression, and reinvention—and why he bel...
You Are Your Thoughts: The Neuroscience Behind Manifestation
What if the way you experience life has less to do with your circumstances—and everything to do with how you perceive your circumstances? In this solo episode, Tara explores the science behind how your brain wires itself based on wh...
The Hidden Cost of Trauma: The Tools to Reclaim Life After Hardship
What does it take to recover from trauma? Occupational therapist and PTSD specialist Chrissy Gill, founder of Mind and Motion Therapy, unpacks the difference between stress and trauma and shares the evidence-based treatments that truly work. Li...
A Life Reclaimed: A Humboldt Broncos Survivor’s Path to Purpose
What does it mean to not just survive but to truly live?From a childhood diagnosis of type 1 diabetes to surviving the Humboldt Broncos crash, Kaleb learned early what it meant to navigate challenge, stigma, and resilience. But nothing c...
Undiagnosed ADHD in Women: The Hidden Cost of Coping Too Well, with UC Berkeley’s Dr. Hinshaw
What if your ability to “hold it all together” was the very thing hiding your ADHD? If you've ever wondered why life feels harder than it should, this episode might explain why.In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Stephen Hinshaw—Distingui...
From RCMP to Freshco President: Shauna Lenius’s Powerful Evolution
This is not your typical career story.Shauna Lenius went from an RCMP officer to President of Freshco, a construction powerhouse trusted by industry giants like Apple, Tesla, and Sephora. But her evolution wasn’t just a personal rein...
When You Stop Chasing Approval, You Can Start Living Your Dreams: Rumpus’ Path to Purpose
This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt stuck between what they “should” do and what they truly want. Danny Elder’s journey—from opening a grassroots board shop at 19 to becoming internationally known DJ—is living proof tha...
Inside a Psychic's Mind: What It’s Really Like to See the Other Side
What if your imaginary friend was never imaginary at all?Psychic medium Faye Steinberg shares her emotional journey—from seeing spirits as a child and resisting her gift, to uncovering past lives and embracing her calling to help others ...
Wisdom Isn’t Found in a Textbook: A Collection of Lessons from the Mentors Who Shaped Me
What do some of the country’s most prolific CEOs, founders, childhood friends, and even a stranger at a bar have in common? They’ve all been mentors to Tara. From high-pressure decision rooms to quiet coffee shop conversations, each one left a ...
From Divorce to Divine Reinvention: Reclaiming Yourself After Losing Who You Were
Divorce isn’t the end—it’s an invitation to finally meet yourself. In this episode, Tara sits down with transformational energy coach and Born for More founder Kathryne Mejias, who didn’t just survive divorce—she rose through it. After...
Rewriting the Aging Narrative: Wisdom, Beauty & Power at Any Age
Aging isn’t something to fear—it’s something to embrace. In this episode, I sit down with Helen to discuss the profound beauty in aging, shedding societal expectations, and stepping into wisdom, confidence, and joy. We unpack spiritual resilien...
The Mental Health Crisis That Inspired a Workplace Wellness Revolution - The Story of Twello
When Kayla Baum experienced a sudden mental health crisis, she thought her career—and life—were over. But what happened next changed everything. In this raw and inspiring conversation, Kayla shares how she turned her struggle into a mission to ...
This Certified Personal Trainer & Nutritionist Lost 70 lbs, Kept It Off, and Now Helps Others Get Fit and Stay Fit—Without Eating Less or Doing More Cardio!
So many people approach fitness with a focus on restriction and cardio, but Caitlin Willcox took a different path—and it changed everything. After losing 70 lbs and becoming a certified personal trainer and nutritionist, she now helps ...
Losing Everything, Risking It All & Building a Dream: Jon Piett’s Wild Entrepreneurial Ride
Would you sell everything you own to chase a dream? Jon Piett did. From scuba diving in Thailand to building a mattress empire, his journey is anything but ordinary. In this episode, we talk about the power of persistence, navigating massive se...
Parenting Without a Handbook: How Two Dads Are Building a Lifeline for Fathers and Parents Everywhere
Parenting doesn’t come with a handbook—but what if there was a lifeline?In this powerful episode of You're Meant to Be Here, I sit down with Curtis Alexander and Steve Mix, co-founders of DAY1DADS, a fast-growing n...
Six Simple Ways to Improve Your Well-Being That Will Cost You Nothing
What if the secret to a happier, healthier life doesn’t cost a thing? Tara Marie Rose and her guest co-host, Alissa Hill, share six simple practices to elevate your well-being. Packed with personal stories, practical advice, and science-backed ...
Stop Dreaming, Start Doing. The Secret to Achieving Your 2025 Goals
Goodbye, resolutions. Hello, results. In this season finale, Tara gets personal, sharing the blueprint for living with purpose in 2025. Tara unveils the Lifebook, her system for reflecting on what matters most, setting actionable goals, ...