Marianne Soucy shares practical steps for coping with the loss of a beloved pet and comforting messages of love and peace from pets in the afterlife. If you like the podcast, visit https://www.HealingPetLoss.com for further healing pet loss support.
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When we feel good about ourselves, our mental health, and are able to cope with our lives’ challenges, we have a positive impact on our friends, family members, co-workers and anyone else we interact with. Blaikie Psychotherapy specializes in managing anxiety and depression, grief and loss, as well as the mental health implications of chronic illness
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We are talking about everything goats! Whether you're an owner, a breeder, or just a fan of these wonderful creatures, we've got you covered. Join host and author Deborah Niemann as she interviews experts and goat lovers so we can all learn more about how to improve the health and production of our goats, improve our relationships, and possibly even start a goat business. Happy anniversary to us! FTLOG is five years old! As we enter our sixth year, you can continue to expect to hear from mor ...
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Candid conversations about mental health and wellness from a personal and professional perspective.
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Food for Thought is THE resource for living compassionately and healthfully. Listen to insightful, common sense perspectives about food, animals, cooking, eating, health, language, politics, zero waste living, literature, film, advocacy, and so much more from the Joyful Vegan herself, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau.
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The goal of these short meditations is to harness classic and time-tested mindfulness techniques to help children's common anxieties and daily challenges. Topics range from addressing anxiety, getting a shot, and trying something new, to gratitude, embracing creativity, and meditation before taking a test or exam. The meditations have been developed in conjunction with Tara Segree, an educator and mindfulness practitioner with 17+ years of experience. Tara's work has positively impacted the ...
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Coping with the Loss of a Pet: Mourning, Healing, and Honoring the Animals we Love
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2:21:53Losing an animal companion can be a profound and often overlooked grief. In this episode, I explore what it means to mourn a beloved pet, how to navigate the pain, and ways to honor the bond that never really ends — all through the lens of the life and loss of my cat Charlie. —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Commun…
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Coping with the Loss of a Beloved Goat or Pet
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23:48Got a question? 🤔 Head over to -- https://thriftyhomesteader.com/loss-of-a-beloved-goat-or-pet/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description Losing a beloved animal—whether a goat, dog, cat, or any other companion—can be absolutely heartbreaking. In this episode of For the Love of Goats, I’m joined by Beth Bigler, a double-certified …
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Curiosity & Calm - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids
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5:17Spark your child’s inner scientist with calm, curiosity, and wonder. In this gentle, 5-minute guided meditation, kids are invited to slow down, breathe, and explore their natural curiosity. Curiosity & Calm helps children notice the world around them, ask questions, and enter the second step of the scientific method—asking questions and problem sol…
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Compassion and Connections with Our Hen House
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1:03:44Enjoy my conversation with Mariann and Jasmin from Our Hen House. In this heartfelt conversation, author Colleen Patrick-Goudreau joins Jasmin and Mariann to discuss her eighth book, A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero Waste, Plant-Based and Cruelty Free, exploring how compassion can be a guiding force during challenging times and offerin…
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Traveling Sustainably and Compassionately (with World Vegan Travel)
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1:00:00Enjoy my conversation with World Vegan Travel all about living compassionately and traveling sustainably. Travel just about seeing new places — it can be a way to show what you care about. On this episode, we talk about sustainable travel and vegan travel, and how making smart choices while on the road can help people, animals, and the planet. She …
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A Year of Compassion (with Victoria Moran)
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48:54Enjoy this episode of my conversation with Victoria Moran on her podcast Main Street Vegan. In it, we explore how everyday choices — from the food we eat to the words we use — can reflect and deepen our commitment to compassion, sustainability, and justice. We discuss the power of habit, the myth of perfection, and how to stay hopeful and grounded …
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Tiny Shifts, Big Change—Tips for Living with Purpose
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1:01:45Enjoy this conversation with Toni and Michelle from Plant-Powered People Podcast. Feeling overwhelmed trying to “do the right thing” in a complicated world? You're not alone—and you're not doing it wrong. In this episode, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau helps us move beyond guilt, perfectionism, and burnout by reconnecting with what matters most: compassi…
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Changing Things Up — A Few Interviews for You
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9:46I’m working on some new episodes for you, so stay tuned! In the meantime, I am going to share some recent conversations between me and some of my favorite people that took place on THEIR podcasts – amazing people like Victoria Moran, Jasmin and Mariann / Our Hen House, Michelle Cehn and Toni Okamoto from Plant-Powered People Podcast, with Brighde R…
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Rainbows, fairies and healing with angel dog Belle
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7:21Join Marianne Soucy for a magical, healing encounter with beautiful angel dog Belle in this episode of the Healing Pet Loss Podcast. Listen to Belle's comforting message of love for her beloved human companion Martha, and make sure to afterwards visit Marianne's website afterwards where you can read the whole journey and see a photo of Belle. If yo…
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Body Kindness & Confidence - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids
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4:09In this gentle, 5-minute guided meditation, kids are invited to slow down, breathe, and appreciate their bodies—just as they are. Body Kindness & Confidence encourages children to listen to their bodies, express gratitude for all the amazing things they can do, and practice self-compassion—even on tough days. Mindfulness is an important theme in 'T…
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From Lab Coat to Cheesecloth: Dr. Kandice Marchant's Delicious Second Act
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29:41Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/from-lab-coat-to-cheesecloth/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! What happens when a medical career ends—but a passion for something totally different begins? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kandice Marchant, a retired physician who traded her lab coat for a cheeseclot…
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A Story of an Oak Tree: How to Be Resilient, Rooted, and Renewed
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47:40A story about a house, a hillside, and a centuries-old oak tree—and what it teaches us about healing, renewal, and the resilience of nature. In this episode, I explore what it means to be a participant in the restoration of the world around us and ourselves. —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, a…
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A Year of Compassion: 52 Weeks of Living Zero-Waste, Plant-Based, and Cruelty-Free is now available wherever you buy books! I compiled a list for you here of independent and large retailers + where you can find signed copies! —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, connection, and inspiration for living compass…
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Understanding Goat Polio: Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
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26:34Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/goat-polio/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description Goat polio is a serious and often misunderstood condition—frequently mistaken for other neurological diseases like listeriosis, meningeal worm, or even rabies. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Meliss…
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Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/raising-goats-in-canada/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, host Deborah Niemann is joined by Mallory Kaiser, president of the Alberta Goat Association and vice chair of the Canadian National Goat Federation. Mallory shares insights into the goat…
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In this episode of the Healing Pet Loss Podcast, Marianne Soucy shares a Sacred Spirit Journey with a message from an animal that doesn't often come up when it comes to grieving after and getting messages after pet loss. After you have listened to the podcast, you can visit Marianne's blog where you can read the whole Sacred Spirit Journey - and al…
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Game-Changing News To Better YOUR Life and MINE
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29:41I feel as giddy as when I started Food for Thought Podcast 18 years ago. I have more clarity, control, and calm than I've had in a long time. Listen to today's exciting announcements, and make sure you FOLLOW Food for Thought for some life-changing episodes coming up! —————— 🌟 Join thousands of like-minded subscribers at my Substack. Community, con…
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Self-Compassion - 5 Minute Meditation for Kids
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6:06Take a deep breath and gently embrace yourself with self-compassion. This Mini Meditation for Kids guides you in releasing self-judgment and cultivating self-love, reminding you that you are worthy just as you are. Through gentle affirmations and mindful breathing, nurture a sense of warmth, acceptance, and inner peace. Mindfulness is an important …
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Dewormer Resistance: A Goat Owner’s Experience
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31:22Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/dewormer-resistance-goat-owners-experience/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this insightful and eye-opening episode, host Deborah Niemann is joined by Tammy Gallagher of Shady Paddock Farm in Texas to discuss the challenges of dewormer resistance and parasi…
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Vegan Japanese Cuisine (Part Two): Plant-Based Roots in Traditional Dishes
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1:28:32In Part Two of our exploration of Japanese cuisine (See Vegan in Japan: Part One), we’re diving deep into the specific foods, restaurants, and street food options that Joyful Vegans can enjoy when visiting Japan or Japanese restaurants anywhere in the world. While animal products—especially bonito flakes in broths—are common, Japan has a long histo…
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An American's Experience with Goats in Kenya
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17:26Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/americans-experience-with-goats-in-kenya/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this fascinating episode, Deborah Niemann sits down with Mark Hicks, an author and adventurer, to discuss his unforgettable experience with goats during a trip to Kenya. Mark’s journe…
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Scrapie Updates in Goats and Sheep for 2025
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41:04As goat owners, understanding diseases that can affect our herds is crucial for maintaining healthy animals and preventing the spread of illnesses. In this episode, Deborah Niemann is joined by Dr. Linda Detwiler, staff veterinarian on the sheep and goat health staff at the USDA APHIS Veterinary Service, to discuss scrapie, a neurological disease a…
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In this episode of the Healing Pet Loss Podcast, Marianne Soucy shares a beautiful, sacred connection she had with her beloved cat Starlight on the day of his passing. Listen to the journey here, and afterwards, visit the Healing Pet Loss blog where you can read the whole journey and see photos of Starlight. If you would like Marianne connect with …
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Hermaphroditism, Freemartinism, and Goat Infertility: Exploring Non-Infectious Causes
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40:48Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/hermaphroditism-freemartinism-goat-infertility/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description When our does have trouble conceiving, our minds often tend to go toward infectious causes. But there are non-infectious causes of infertility to consider as well. In this episode,…
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Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/c-section-in-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description In this episode, host Deborah Niemann shares the emotional and educational story of Caboose, the first goat on her farm to undergo a C-section. As part of the podcast’s fifth-anniversary celebration, Deborah …
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Valentine’s Day: A Love Story Written by Birds
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41:28Love is for the Birds! In this episode, we explore the fascinating (and feathered) origins of Valentine’s Day. Long before Hallmark, medieval poets and BIRDS played a role in shaping this holiday of love. From Chaucer’s Parliament of Fowls to the first handwritten valentines and the rise of mass-produced cards, discover how nature, animals, poetry,…
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Got a question? 🤔 Head over to https://thriftyhomesteader.com/sharing-milk-with-baby-goats/ -- and drop it in the comments—so we can reply! Description The answer to, “When can I start milking my doe?” is not as simple as listing the specific age of the kids. In this episode, we are discussing the complexities of sharing milk with baby goats and of…
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For the Love of Goats Turns 5: A Look Ahead with Deborah Niemann
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1:16Happy anniversary to us! FTLOG is five years old! As we enter our sixth year, you can continue to count on us to help you cut through the clutter of conflicting information out there so that you can be confident that your goats will be living their best lives! You can expect to hear from more goat experts like veterinary professors and published sc…
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