Pain To Joy
Stagione 2
di Danielle Suttie
This week Danielle honours her energy and shares a short reflection that she wrote about what she believes is her reason for being. She extends heartfelt gratitude for all of the positive feedback, encouragement, and support that she has been receiving after her last two vulnerable episodes. She reminds herself, and all of us, under the Harvest Moon that love is why we are here. Share 🤍 Subscribe 🤍 Comment 🤍 Tell a friend 🤍 Thank You! 🤍 Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
In this week’s episode Danielle revisits the concept of capacity and leads listeners through a self-compassion practice, reminding them that they are always more than enough just as they are. She acknowledges that there are many activities that are unavailable to her right now, but sending Love Notes isn’t one of them! She invites listeners to send their postal mailing addresses if they would like to receive a Love Note in the mail. Danielle speaks to a quote that continues to remind her to be more kind and understanding towards herself and others. She reflects upon the importance of sharing the darker and more painful moments of life, after an insightful message that she received from her beautiful cousin. She reminds listeners that they are never alone, and to reach out for help if they are in crisis. She shares that 988 is the 24 hour Suicide Helpline number that you can call in Canada and the U.S. if you are in a dark place and, below, there is a link to all of the international help lines available. Danielle touches upon a simple loving practice to feel less alone and more connected to others. Episode Resources: Nadi Downz https://www.instagram.com/nadidownsmusic?stkn=NzJ4Y3F1MThjdzZh 1 Giant Mind Meditation App https://www.1giantmind.com/learn-to-meditate Suicide Crisis Helpline in Canada https://988.ca/ A list of International Suicide Helplines https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 Share 🤍 Subscribe 🤍 Tell a friend 🤍 Thank You! 🤍 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle shares what has been helping her move through a challenging season. She invites listeners to be intentional about creating more joy in their own lives, especially if they are struggling. She talks about how tricky healing from a laparoscopic myectomy, shingles, and tapering off a medication that gravely affected her mental health, has been. Danielle highlights September as suicide prevention month and unravels, in real time, her hesitations to reach out for help; whilst encouraging listeners to seek support, and reminding them, and herself, that we are all here to love and lift each other up, especially through our darkest times. She reflects upon the importance of gratitude and joy, especially in p a i nful seasons, and the truth that many feelings can exist at the same time, and are all valid. She affirms that we are all just trying to figure out how to be human — wishing listeners ease as they move through life, with fierce self-love, and thanks listeners wholeheartedly for all of their support. Danielle mentioned delicious pizza from a place in Calgary called Pizzaface that you can find here: https://www.therealpizzaface.com/ Listen to Sam Cooke ~ What a Wonderful World https://youtu.be/R4GLAKEjU4w Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
Danielle shares a favourite Arthur Ashe quote, as well as moments of joy, love and beauty that she is thankful for from this past week. She invites listeners to reflect upon what they have been thankful for lately. She explores simple ways to cultivate a nourishing gratitude practice— whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been practising for years. Danielle touches upon her healing journey recovering from a laparoscopic myomectomy and shingles. She acknowledges that in moments of hopelessness, others can lift us up with their love, support and hopefulness. She thanks listeners and invites them to let her know what they are thankful for by connecting on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle speaks to the noise in our lives and in our minds. She shares a simple practice to help quiet the mind and calm the heart. She talks about how Michel Duhaime’s weekly virtual Qi Gong sessions are guiding her recovery and strengthening her body as she heals from surgery and shingles. Danielle touches on a variety of tools that we can all use to calm our vagus nerves, nervous systems, and help us get out of our heads and into our hearts. She highlights a powerful quote from one of her favourite books, The Book Of Joy: Lasting Happiness In A Changing World co-authored by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, with Douglas Abrams, Danielle reminds listeners that we all experience challenging seasons— may we learn to move through them with more ease by being gentle and loving with ourselves, coming back to our hearts, and leading with love. Expert Resources: Michel Duhaime MMQ, R.AC., Dip.TCM, IBFIT, B.Eng, M.Eng, B.Ed https://www.youtube.com/@EvolvEnergetics http://www.greenspiritacupuncture.com/ Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 Share 🤍 Subscribe 🤍 Tell a friend 🤍 Thank You! 🤍 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
In this week’s episode recorded 1 month ago, Danielle speaks to how present moment awareness, mindfulness and breath breaks are gifts we can give ourselves to help interrupt patterns of rumination, anxious thoughts and overwhelm. She shares a snippet of the post-operative challenges she’s experienced since the laparoscopic myomectomy to remove a uterine fibroid nearly 13 weeks ago. She reminds listeners that when they reflect on past events that they wish were different, “Just because things could’ve been different, doesn’t mean they would’ve been better.” Danielle guides listeners through simple breathing tools to help them come back to their breath, return to the present, and experience more moments of peace. She shares a Corrie Ten Boom quote that grounds her in the here and now, “Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow, it empties today of its strength.” She invites listeners to celebrate all that they have overcome thus far, and to embrace the present moment, whatever it may hold. Expert Resources: Christine Dixon ~ Osteopath Christine Dixon, Osteopathic Manual Therapist, BKin, DOMP Home - Prairie Therapy Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle shares a recent heartwarming experience that reminded her of who she truly is. She expresses her gratitude for all of the love and support she has been receiving for her upcoming surgery. She reflects upon “energy is everything” and how that truth can inform the quality of our lives. Danielle reminds listeners to be kind and gentle with themselves, especially when it comes to New Year’s messages to revamp every aspect of their lives. She shares mindfulness tools, as well as the value of living with intention, in order to live your best, most fulfilling dream life. She reflects upon her upcoming laparoscopic myomectomy, and how a certain phrase and mindset give her perspective and help her be appreciative of all of the blessings in her life. Danielle invites listeners to reflect upon what they want to remove, and slowly add to their lives. She thanks listeners for all of their love, support and healing vibes, and pays homage to Bob Marley and The Wailers by emphasizing that, “Every little thing gonna be alright.” Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle takes the opportunity to express her thankfulness to Pain To Joy listeners for all of their love and support. She provides an update about her ferritin levels and her experience getting a Monoferric iron infusion. She revisits the post-concussion and migraine recovery program she embarked upon earlier this year, and imparts some of the most helpful takeaways that she has implemented daily. Danielle sings the praises of her counsellor, as well as acupuncturist, Qi Gong, and Inner Bonding practitioner Michel Duhaime. Danielle shares the tale of a magical Christmas surprise that she and her siblings gifted to their parents. She reminds listeners to extend grace and compassion to themselves, especially post holidays. She invites listeners to reflect on how things have gone, in order to live a better future. May we all trust and believe that 2026 and beyond will be more magical, more full of joy, love, laughter, fun adventures, and abundance than we can even imagine. The best is yet to come! Connect: Michel Duhaime MMQ, R.AC., Dip.TCM, IBFIT, B.Eng, M.Eng, B.Ed https://www.youtube.com/@EvolvEnergetics http://www.greenspiritacupuncture.com/ Olivia Stabile https://www.instagram.com/reel/DS0QaBBj42n/?igsh=Nmc0Y3lhNHl3emJy Brewster Adventures https://www.brewsteradventures.com/winter-sleigh-rides Aeon Future Health https://aeonfuturehealth.com/ Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle speaks to some holiday truths, and why it is not always the most wonderful time of the year. She talks about grief and holiday burnout; inviting listeners to be intentional about how they want to feel over the holidays. She gives herself, and listeners, permission to honour their energy and set holiday boundaries that are in alignment with where they are at during this season of their lives. Danielle shares how to enjoy the holiday season, even if it looks different than the ones of the past. She guides listeners through a meditation to help them reflect on the holidays that they want to experience. She invites listeners to prioritize self-care, and self-nourishing practices, especially over the holidays. May we extend compassion and grace to ourselves, and honour our needs and our energy, so that we may enjoy holidays that are more peace and joy filled than we can even imagine. Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.
This week Danielle expresses her thankfulness for a dream that came true a few weeks ago. She speaks to how a massive opportunity unfolded for her, reminding listeners to pay attention to the synchronicities in their lives. She releases a talk (16:29) that she gave and recorded at The Pain Society of Alberta’s Annual Conference on October 18th, 2025 as a speaker with lived experience in p a i n; in which she shares 3 of the most impactful tools and practices that have helped her on her healing journey. Danielle shares heartfelt gratitude for every friend, family member and care practitioner that has supported her over the past 15 years. She invites listeners to continue to believe in and be intentional about their dreams, because she is living proof that dreams come true. Danielle thanks and acknowledges The Pain Society of Alberta, its Board of Directors and Planning Committee for their dedication to improve patient care and quality of life by “promoting the transfer of knowledge on pain-related disorders and treatments”. The Pain Society of Alberta About Us | Pain Society of AB Self-Compassion Resources Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff: Join the Community Now Mindful Self-Compassion and Psychotherapy | Chris Germer Embrace Self-Compassion with Books by Kristin Neff - Self-Compassion Connect with Danielle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.suttie/ Subscribe and listen on YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@paintojoy/podcasts Follow Danielle on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/100052711396946/ Discover Danielle on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@danielle.suttie?_t=ZM-8ttDpR1kIcx&_r=1 The content of this episode, and any episode of the Pain To Joy podcast, is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information, opinions, and recommendations presented are not intended as medical advice or to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice tailored to your specific situation. Reliance on any information provided in this podcast is at your own risk.