Life By Design

This special episode was recorded live at a tea party celebrating the launch of Dr. Robyne's latest book, I Hope So: How to Choose Hope Even When It's Hard. Joined by her dear friend Natalie Davison and a room full of thoughtful guests, they explore what it means to choose hope, the stories that inspired the book, and why hope is something we can strengthen, even in life's hardest seasons. You'll hear the difference between hope and optimism, the power of belonging, and why sometimes we need to borrow hope from others until we can hold it ourselves. 

Additional Resources: 
I Hope So by Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe
Dr. Robyne on The Mark Divine Show

Connect with Natalie Davison: 
Website: https://nataliedavison.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie_i_davison/
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/natalie-davison

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
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What stories have been quietly shaping your life for years without you even realizing it?

Today on Life by Design, Dr. Robyne is joined by leadership keynote speaker, author, and joy expert Amanda Gore for a conversation about joy, fear, and the stories we tell ourselves. Together, they explore how childhood beliefs continue to influence our adult lives, why fear often sits beneath our reactions to change, and how awareness, gratitude, and compassion can help us rewrite the narratives that no longer serve us.

If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, self-judgment, or the feeling that you need to hold everything together, Amanda offers thoughtful perspective and practical tools for moving toward greater joy and inner peace. 

Additional Resources: 
Joy Is an Inside Job by Amanda Gore & Lenore Lewis
Your Erroneous Zones by Wayne Dyer

Connect with Amanda: 
Website: https://amandagore.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandagorejoy/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandalgore/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/amandagoretv

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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Today on Life by Design, Dr. Robyne is joined by criminal defence lawyer Jordana H. Goldlist. From surviving addiction and living on the streets as a teenager to becoming one of Canada's leading criminal defence lawyers, Jordana's journey shows that reinvention happens one courageous step at a time and that creating distance from the environments that keep us stuck can open the door to a different future.

Together, they discuss the realities of addiction, recovery, and the criminal justice system. It's a conversation about the power of hope, support, and honest dialogue, and recognizing that a person's hardest season does not erase their potential or define their entire story.

Additional Resources: 
Jordana’s Podcast: Who Judges the Judge?
Jordana’s TEDx Talk: Who Judges the Judge?
Dr. Robyne on Who Judges the Judge?

Connect with Jordana: 
Website: https://www.jhgcriminallaw.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanagoldlist
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/jgoldlist

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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In this uplifting episode, Dr. Robyne welcomes comedian and mental health and well-being expert Jessica Holmes for a conversation about the power of humor and wholehearted living. Together, they explore why joy can feel so out of reach during difficult seasons, and how simple practices like sharing a laugh, telling a story, or looking at a challenge through a different lens can offer real relief.

Through personal rituals, family moments, and the science behind noticing the funny, the hopeful, and the simply kind, they share practical ways to lighten hard days without minimizing them. You'll also hear why asking our loved ones what they truly need can strengthen our relationships and why we were never meant to carry life's challenges alone.

Additional Resources: 
Depression the Comedy by Jessica Holmes
I Hope So by Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe

Connect with Jessica: 
Website: https://www.jessicaholmes.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyfunholmes/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-holmes-50ab90202/ 

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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In this episode of Life by Design, Dr. Robyne sits down with nationally syndicated radio host, former CFL player, and media personality Brad Smith for a thoughtful conversation about growth, reinvention, and owning your story. Together, they explore how to embrace the opportunities in front of you, learn from the past without being defined by it, and navigate the complexities of life with ADHD. They also discuss handling criticism, the power of self-awareness, and why so many high performers find themselves chasing a feeling they can never quite recreate. 

Additional Resources: 
Brad’s Podcast: No BS with Brad Smith
Previous episode with Dr. Ross Ellenhorn: The Fear of Hope
Why Does Everybody Hate Me? by Alex Partridge

Connect with Brad: 
Website: https://www.nobswithbs.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bradcsmith/

Connect with Dr. Robyne: 
Website: https://drrobyne.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_robynehd/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrobynehd/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_robynehd
Newsletter: https://drrobyne.ca/newsletter/

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