What the F#$@ is up with being so riddled with anxiety?! Between the Covid-19 Pandemic, ridiculous housing market and rising food/fuel cost... it's a no brainer why we feel so anxious 100% of the time. The crew Bobbi-Jo, Tracy aka Mrs Money Queen and Dr Helen Golod are semi-relaxed haha 😄 and have invited a new member to the show, lets help welcome Keyra aka Mental Health Advocate/Plant Lady to the Refined Reality Tribe! We are going to rant, rave and discuss everything relating to Anxiety and how we deal with everyday stresses. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

The Narcissist. Who is it for you? We all know someone more or less at least a bit "self-centered" and hear that word thrown about often on our social medias. Join the crew as they delve into the differences between the attitude and disorder from a professional and personal POV. This episode serves as an intro into the mind and generalized behaviours of narcissistic personality disorder, discussed and simplified. Music by Rkitek   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Join the Refined Reality Crew as we share our opinions on the thought-provoking documentary -drama. This hybrid film, from the perspective of people who created all major social networking apps, explores the dangers surrounding social networking and the impact it has had on people in general. They are fearful that our attention has shifted to screen time and it has us worried. But do not worry, we have some funny commentary included as well. Music by Rkitek --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Join Helen Golod, PHD candidate, as she shares her professional opinions and thoughts relating to social media and how it has increased solitude and depression in this new age of technology. The Refined Reality crew are always willing to have uncomfortable discussions and have thought-provoking opinions on the subject in order to shine a light on mental health issues by breaking down barriers one episode at a time. Music by Rkitek --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Join the crew in our latest monthly movie media addiction, featuring topics in mental health in relation to crime dramas. Here, we discuss all things relevant with You, an American psychological thriller television series. Let's Netflix and Chill! Music by Rkitek  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Join the crew as they share their personal journeys with self expression through their own artistic therapy sessions. Can you guess who loves mixed media or grayscale artwork, or who has a knack and patience for diamond art? In this episode, you will discover that art has multiple benefits for your own personal mental health and well-being. Tune in as we rekindle our passion for the finer things in life - aka Art.  Music: Rkitek --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

The crew sit down to plug in their new, "let's talk mental health in popular movies and media" segment! We kick off with one of our favourite Disney Pixar films called Inside Out. This film is a wonderful teachable tool for children and adults on topics of mental health and their respective affinities regarding a person's emotions. Please join us in discussing the "wonderful word of mental health". Music by Rkitek --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Bobbi-Jo, Tracy and Helen are back at it again with their first episode of 2021! Some exciting changes are coming our way and we have finally emerged from the drawing board, ready to share our new realities with you, our listeners. Music: Rkitek Article: How Mental Health Conversations Are Reinforcing the Stigma --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Curious what happens when an atheist, a jew and a self-proclaimed grinch try to throw a successful virtual holiday staff party? Tune in to find out! Wishing all our listeners a Very Merry Holidays 2020!  Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

This time on the RR Podcast... Tracy is away and it's time to play (Only kidding, we love her to the moon!). Join Bobbi-Jo and PHD candidate Helen Golod as they discuss gaming and the various impacts video games can have on mental health. The duo debate its influence in regards to child development, industry elitism and the sexualization of woman gamers. Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

***TRIGGER WARNING*** THIS EPISODE CONTAINS DISCUSSIONS OF PHYSICAL AND SEXUAL ABUSE THAT MAY BE UPSETTING FOR SOME LISTNERS. Another sitdown with a clinical psychology PHD student, Helen Golod (current M.A. in counseling psychology). Helen brings her expertise and background to the table and explains how trauma touches all lives in many different ways. The trio reveals their different traumas and the various ways in which one can overcome, conquer and support their friends and loved ones in their times of need. Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

It's time to pack shit up and get out! It's finally time for a big move! Tune in as Bobbi-Jo and Tracy talk "KonMari Method" and laying down the emotional groundwork necessary, in order to pursue new adventures. Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Join us in our discussion to find out if absence actually makes the heart grow stronger! Bobbi-Jo and Tracy share their experiences with long “distance marriages”. Featuring very special guest, Captain Excitement! Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

After a long awaited reunion, the Refined Reality Crew finally meet in person! Eeeek, it was so exciting and long overdue with everything that has been going on in our lives! We reveal our origin story about how we became Refined Reality! Join Bobbi-Jo and Tracy aka Mrs Money Queen, as we uncover our roots and discuss with you, our listeners how this all came to exist. Tune in to hear about our inception and futur plans! We also recorded a live video to share with everyone... you know, for proof! Check out our social media pages for our impromptu introduction that very night we met (we were thirsty, ok)! Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

The seasons are changing and the days are getting colder up here in northern Canada. Join Tracy and Bobbi-Jo as they talk seasonal depression and how to beat the winter blues...just in time for the holidays! Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Happy Halloween ghouls and goblins! Join us as we expose our personal experiences with the dead. Can you guess which one of us believes in ghosts? Is it Bobbi-Jo or is it Tracy aka Mrs Money Queen.... tune in to a spooktacular special in order to find out! Just maybe you will find us lurking in the darkness... watch your thoughts and your backs. Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

On this week's episode, the Refined Reality crew discuss the housing market in Northern Ontario. Tracy, aka Mrs Money Queen, is currently in the position of selling her current home and in the process of purchasing another. She shares her experience of how it has changed since she was in the finance game. We discuss how emotions make an impact on financial decisions, especially during a global pandemic. You won't want to miss their friendly banter and opinions; after all, we all have our own money mistakes. Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Learning to let go just might be the true key to happiness. Join us in Uncovering how traumatic experiences has shaped our lives. Moving on isn't easy, but we explore our past hurts and how we move on in order to find our own happinesses, however grand or minuscule they may be!  Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

Featuring special guests Jonas Ventura and Nathan Urias from the Broken Lightbulb Podcast. Co-habitating with the opposite sex isn't always rainbows and unicorns! Join the gang as they reveal, the good, the bad and the nitty gritty regarding their romantic relationships. Tune in for the, He said vs SHE said, unfiltered realness! Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A More Nathan&Jonas:https://anchor.fm/broken-lightbulb https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnF1riG1ZXz7Cbon34DejLQ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support

New Podcast Episode... It's all about our guilty pleasures 🖤 Tune in as Bobbi-Jo and Tracy, aka Mrs Money Queen spill their dirty little secrets 😜 warning some mature content and very embarrassing information revealed, listener beware!  Rkitek:https://www.beatstars.com/rkitek/feed?fbclid=IwAR0CIPU-WHpBbw4P1sqEC9P6QvnbE884G4Ro0plP6_a9XRGDKWD-UfBQP8A --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/refinedreality-podcast/support