The Shift Show - Episodes

Andrea and Zac have a timely discussion about the widespread issue of loneliness and the importance of social connection.

Join Zac and Natasha while discussing some of the feelings of disgust and shame that often arise regarding conversations about sex. These ideas are embedded in historical control issues, whether religion or family inheritance.

In case you’re just joining the party, Shift Psychs, Zac Erickson and Sarah [...], sit down with Shift CEO and founder, Andrea McTague, for a chat on who we are and why we’re talking to you about all this stuff.

This is a really important issue that we’re passionate about. First responders of all kinds, including firefighters, paramedics and police officers, deal with trauma every day.

Sometimes life confronts us with tragic events, things out of our control, which bring on a myriad of emotions and impact our beliefs about ourselves and the world. One of these heartbreaking arenas is infant loss and pregnancy loss.

Do you find it difficult to create and maintain friendships as an adult? Well, you’re not the only one. Only a small number of Canadians would say they are ‘satisfied’ with their social lives. Why is this?

What is community? What on earth is a 'block connector' and what does it mean to 'be elfed'? Andrea and Zac sit down with Carla Stolte and Jay Summach of the Westmount Community

Shift psychologist Sarah O'Brien sits down with Michele Okere, the CEO of Compassion House Foundation, to try and understand the emotional journey that many individuals experience during their cancer treatment and recovery.

Olga speaks with Zac about his experience with ADD, after getting diagnosed at the age of 24. They discuss misconceptions, skill building, medication and coping mechanisms.

Join Zac and Natasha while discussing some of the feelings of disgust and shame that often arise regarding conversations about sex. These ideas are embedded in historical control issues, whether religion or family inheritance.

Toxicity is an element that prevents us from developing in an adaptive way. Psychological toxicity is the ongoing occurrence of patterns that negatively affect our ability to navigate our environment and relationships effectively.

How are family dynamics changing over time? What needs to be done to create a nurturing and stable family? Zac and Andrea take an in-depth look into the family dynamic. Specifically, what each partner needs to do in order to satisfy the needs of the family members and what communication between one another should look like.

Toxicity is an element that prevents us from developing in an adaptive way. Psychological toxicity is the ongoing occurrence of patterns that negatively affect our ability to navigate our environment and relationships effectively.

Zac and Andrea discuss money – specifically how to spend in a way that allows you to have a fulfilling life.