A Dose of Habit
Let's start and stay consistent. Here you will find weekly episodes about all things habits.
Episodes
51 episodes
#51 - 8 Powerful Ideas on Habits & Health (After 50 Episodes)
After 50 episodes exploring actionable strategies on habits and preventive health, I have gone through them all again and compiled the 8 most powerful ideas that are fundamental across the board. This is a good one to kick off 2026 with especia...
#50 - Sleep, Weight, Food Choices (Pt. 2)
In Part 2 of this series, we go deeper into why sleep loss drives increased calorie intake. Beyond brain pathways, we break down the role of appetite-regulating hormones, what the research says, and my practical takeaways. I’ll also sh...
#49 - Sleep, Weight, Food Choices (Pt. 1)
In this episode, we explore the relationship between sleep, body weight, and the foods we eat. Before diving into the science, I will go over the fundamentals of how weight loss and weight gain actually work in our bodies. Then, we unpack what ...
#48 - The Truth About Sleep Supplements
In this episode, I dive into the world of sleep supplements. From melatonin to magnesium and beyond, we'll cover the most researched supplements and go into the what the scientific literature says. they really help you sleep, or are they ...
#47 - Can We Recover Lost Sleep Over The Weekend?
So you're not feeling as sharp as you thought you would early Monday morning. There’s a reason behind this! In this episode, I'll dive into some research on sleep restriction and recovery, and whether catching up on the weekend is enough to rev...
#46 - Sleep: A Performance Enhancing Drug
If there was a legal, free, and incredibly powerful performance booster — would you take it? The answer is probably yes… and the good news is, you already have access to it. It’s called sleep. In this episode, I share how I started taking sleep...
#45 - The #1 Culprit Ruining Your Sleep
In this episode, we dive into the hidden force quietly sabotaging your sleep. It’s not caffeine. It’s not stress. It’s the mindless habits that pull your attention away from rest and recovery - Distractions! I’ll walk you through a simple actio...
#44 - Why We Sleep: The Critique & Final Verdict (Pt. 2)
In Part 2 of my review of "Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker, I dive into the critiques, limitations, and whether I’d actually recommend the book. While it’s packed with insight and backed by science, there are a few things worth questioning. Com...
#43 - Why We Sleep: A Review & Wake-Up Call (Pt. 1)
Sleep isn't just a pillar of health, it is the FOUNDATION. In this first half of my review of Why We Sleep by Dr. Matthew Walker, I dive into what this book gets absolutely right, the hidden links between sleep and chronic disease, and...
#42 - Can Money ACTUALLY Buy You Happiness?
Can money actually buy happiness or is this simply another myth? In this episode, I dive into insights from Positive Psychology and the work of Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky, how money plays into this, and what my experiences have been with applying th...
#41 - My Top 3 Habits For Happiness
What does it really take to feel consistently happier and not just in the big moments?In this episode, I share the habits I’ve found most impactful for building a lasting sense of happiness. We’ll talk about why solving real pro...
#40 - A New Way To Think About Taking Action
In this follow-up episode to the "Triad of Success" (Episode #26 about beliefs, ideas, consistent action), we zoom in on what really powers that last part - the consistent action. With some principles from CBT, I break down the sequenc...
#39 - 3 Lessons From Oncology
In this episode, I’m sharing three of the biggest lessons I’ve learned from working in oncology, lessons that extend beyond medicine. I will talk about how the beginning is always the hardest part - whether it’s a cancer diagnosis or starting s...
#38 - 2 Big Takeaways From Being A PA
After two years in practice as a PA, there are two lessons that have really stuck with me. In this episode, I will talk about the flexibilities of the profession, along with my perspectives around being trained as a generalist in today’s health...
#37 - Common Networking Misconceptions
We’ve all heard the usual networking advice: “Stay in touch,” “Wait for the right opportunity,” “Be confident.” There are definitely more important aspects to focus on. In this episode, I'm breaking down 3 common networking misconceptions and m...
#36 - Networking 101
Networking is one of the most talked-about career strategies...but are you actually doing it with intention? In this episode, I break down why simply clicking "connect" on someone's page is often not enough and then I go over a useful strategy ...
#35 - PA vs MD Route: The Big Decision
Going into medicine is a big step. No matter which route you take, the application process, training, and commitment are a lot. There are so many careers within medicine, and the PA vs. MD debate is a big one. As a Canadian-trained PA, I’ve bee...
#34 - How I Failed To Get Into Medical School
At one point, I was all in on medical school. I had the grades, the CV, and the confidence that my old ways of studying would get me through. Spoiler alert... I never even ended up writing the MCAT. In this episode, I break down the three bigge...
#33 - My Journey With Physical Activity
Most people are active as kids, but as we get older, EVERYTHING changes. Priorities shift, responsibilities pile up, and exercise often takes a backseat. In this episode, I take you through my personal journey with physical activity from playin...
#32 - The Value Of Imperfect Action
In this episode, I dive into why waiting for the perfect moment is often a trap. I’ll share a few personal short stories, from sports to content creation, that highlight how taking action (even when things aren’t ideal) creates momentum and lea...
#31 - 100 Days Of Content
I've learned a lot after posting daily on Instagram and LinkedIn and releasing over 30 podcast episodes. Today, I reflect on what went well, what didn’t, and the biggest takeaways. You'll hear everything about fear of judgment to managing expec...
#30 - The #1 Life Hack
In this episode, I'm diving into the biggest myth in self-improvement. From get-rich-quick schemes to “miracle” weight loss pills to apps that promise to teach you instruments in weeks, we explore why most so-called life hacks don’t actually wo...
#29 - How CBT Changed The Way I View The World
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy didn’t just help me manage anxiety, it completely changed how I see the world! In this episode, I break down the key takeaways from my experience with CBT, how it rewired my thinking, and why its principles go far ...
#28 - Handling Stress 101: Stop Avoiding, Start Solving
Stress is something we all deal with! Unfortunately, most of the advice out there focuses on masking it instead of actually solving the problem. In this episode, I break down a simple way to reframe stress so you can stop avoiding it. Plus, I’l...