🗓️ April 9, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): From Breakfast to Dinner: A Day of Healthy Eating Hacks

👤 Guest: Aesha Karunakaran

Join us for a fun and interactive session designed to make healthy eating simple and enjoyable!

Discover time-saving tips to fuel your day — from breakfast to dinner — with practical meal ideas and smart swaps that take the stress out of healthy eating. Whether you’re on the go or cooking at home, this session will leave you inspired, empowered, and ready to eat well with ease.

🗓️ April 23, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia

🗓️ May 7, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): The Science of Happiness: Unlocking the Secrets to a Joyful Life

👤 Guest: Dr. Gillian Mandich

Dr. Gillian Mandich is a leading happiness researcher and a trusted voice in the science of well-being. As a Ph.D. scientist, keynote speaker, and media personality, Dr. Mandich translates the latest research into practical strategies that empower people to live happier, healthier lives. Her engaging and evidence-based approach blends science with actionable insights, helping audiences uncover the keys to lasting joy.

In this engaging session, Dr. Mandich will explore what science tells us about happiness — from simple habits to powerful mindset shifts — and share practical tools you can use to boost your well-being and thrive in everyday life.

🗓️ May 21, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia

🗓️ June 4, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Let’s Talk About Weight Stigma

👤 Guest: Dr. Michael Crotty

Have you ever felt judged or dismissed because of your weight? You’re not alone — and it’s not your fault.

Join us for a powerful and compassionate conversation with Dr. Michael Crotty as we shine a light on weight stigma — what it is, how it shows up in everyday life and healthcare, and most importantly, how we can challenge it together.

This session is a safe space to explore how stigma affects mental and physical health, and how we can advocate for respect, understanding, and better care for people living with obesity.

Whether you’ve experienced weight stigma or want to learn how to be a stronger ally, this session is for you.

🗓️ June 18, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia

🗓️ July 2, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): ​​Oh, Those Hormones: Finding Your Balance

👤Guest: To be confirmed

Explore the vital role hormones play in your health, from fertility to menopause and PCOS. This session dives into practical strategies to manage hormonal changes, improve balance, and support your well-being at every stage of life. Learn how to navigate the ups and downs of hormonal health with confidence and clarity.

🗓️ July 16, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia

🗓️ July 30, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Finding Your Way Forward: Navigating Weight Regain with Compassion

👤 Guest: Dr. Alexandro Zarruk

Weight regain can feel frustrating — but it’s more common than you think, and it doesn’t define your journey or your success.

In this encouraging and informative session, we’ll explore the real reasons weight regain happens and why it’s not about willpower or failure. You’ll learn how to respond with self-compassion, discover supportive tools, and hear strategies to help you move forward with confidence.

This is a space for honest conversation, free of judgment — because your journey is about progress, not perfection.

🗓️ August 13, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia

🗓️ August 27, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Wellness in Every Step: Celebrating the OM Wellness Journey

👤 Guest: Dr. Florencia Ziemke

Wellness isn’t just about eating better or moving more — it’s about feeling empowered in your body, supported in your community, and connected to your personal goals.

The OM Wellness Workshop is more than a program — it’s been a year-long journey of growth, self-discovery, and collective strength. Through monthly sessions focused on sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset, participants have built lifelong tools for managing their health and reclaiming their wellness — one step at a time.

In this special session, we’ll reflect on what this experience has meant, share stories of transformation, and celebrate the resilience and joy that comes from showing up for yourself. Whether you’ve been with us from the start or are just curious about what wellness can look like, you’re welcome here.

Because wellness isn’t a destination — it’s a way of living.

🗓️ September 10, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): A Celebration of Wellness and Community

Final Session – Let’s Reflect, Celebrate, and Look Ahead

As we wrap up a transformative year of the OM Wellness Workshop, this final session is all about celebration. We’ll look back on what we’ve built together — a community rooted in compassion, courage, and curiosity — and toast to the many ways our wellness journeys have grown.

Expect heartfelt reflections, highlights from the year, and special guest appearances to help us mark this milestone.

Whether you’ve been part of our wellness family from the beginning or are just discovering us now, we invite you to join in this joyful close to a powerful chapter — and an open door to what’s ahead.

Because when we grow together, we thrive together.

Register Now to secure your spot in the OM Wellness Workshop Series! Whether you attend one session or the entire series, you’ll gain invaluable tools and community support for a healthier, happier life.

🗓️ October 9, 12 – 1 PM (ET): Weight Loss Demystified (watch video)

👤 Guest: Dr. Sean Wharton

Join Dr. Sean Wharton, one of the leading experts in the field, as he reveals the truths and dispels the myths about weight loss. Gain valuable insights and evidence-based guidance to confidently navigate the complexities of effective weight management.

🗓️ November 6, 12 – 1 PM (ET): Fuelling Health: The Role of Protein, Supplements, and Muscle in Weight Management and Overall Wellness (watch video)

👤 Guests: Erik Bustillo and Will Brink

This talk will unpack the science behind these essential elements, exploring their roles in optimizing health, enhancing vitality, and supporting long-term well-being. Join us to gain insights and practical tips for integrating these strategies into your lifestyle.

🗓️ December 4, 12 – 1 PM (ET): Festive Season Survival Guide: Practical Strategies for Managing Holiday Stress and Well-Being (watch video)

👤 Guest: Dr. Dayna Lee-Baggley

Join Dr. Dayna Lee-Baggley to discover practical strategies for navigating the holidays, including how to sustain your energy, regulate emotions, manage expectations, and protect your health and well-being. Drawing on the latest psychological research, this session provides tools to manage stress, support your mental health, and enjoy the season without compromising your health.

Support Sessions: October 23, November 20, December 18, 12 – 1 PM (ET)

Moderator: Sandra Elia

Participate in supportive sessions where you can get your questions answered, receive coaching on specific challenges, and gain advice from a Certified Food Addiction Counsellor. These sessions are designed to help you maintain momentum and overcome obstacles throughout your journey.

🗓️ January 15, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Quieting the Food Noise and Cravings: Finding Peace in Your Relationship With Food (completed)

👤 Guest: Dr. Jeff Alfonsi

Join us for an insightful session with Dr. Jeff Alfonsi, a leading expert in metabolic health, for a transformative session focused on understanding and managing cravings. Explore why we crave certain foods, the role of emotions and habits in cravings, and practical strategies to reduce “food noise” and make mindful choices. Whether it’s learning to distinguish physical hunger from emotional triggers or understanding how sleep and stress impact cravings, this session will give you the tools to take control of your eating habits and foster a more balanced relationship with food.

🗓️ January 29, 2025, 12 – 1 PM (ET): Healing Emotional Eating: Building a Healthier Relationship with Food and Yourself (completed)

👤 Guest: Dr. Sandy Van.

In this session, Dr. Sandy Van will explore the emotional triggers behind overeating, why we often feel shame or guilt afterward, and how self-compassion can help break the cycle. She’ll share how Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) can be used to reframe negative thought patterns and build healthier, sustainable habits around food. Join us to learn practical tools for creating lasting change and finding freedom from emotional eating. 💙

🗓️ February 12, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Nourishing Change: A Journey of Self-Love and Wellness (completed)

👤 Guest: Dr. Brunna Boaventura, RD, MSc., PhD

This Valentine’s season, embrace the ultimate act of love—self-love. Join Dr. Brunna Boaventura for an insightful session on reframing the conversation around nutrition. Moving beyond the notion of willpower and personal choice, she’ll explore how biology plays a powerful role in shaping our habits. Whether you’re ready to make small changes or craft a personalized plan that fits your lifestyle, this session will provide sustainable, evidence-based tools for nourishing change—all grounded in compassion, balance, and kindness to yourself. 💖

🗓️ February 26, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Empowering Wellness: A Support Session with Sandra Elia and Special Guest Gina Livy (completed)

Obesity isn’t just about willpower—it’s about the systems that shape our health. Join Sandra Elia, a leading food addiction counsellor, and Gina Livy, wellness expert and founder of the Livy Method, for an inspiring support session that aligns with World Obesity Day’s theme: “Changing Systems, Healthier Lives.” Together, they’ll share insights, tools, and strategies to help you break free from unhealthy food patterns, navigate systemic challenges, and build sustainable wellness habits. 💚

🗓️ March 12, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Rest and Resilience: Managing Stress and Sleep for Better Health (completed)

👤 Guest: Dr. Sara Ahmed

Sleep is the foundation of good health, yet stress and daily demands often disrupt our ability to rest and recharge.  In recognition of National Sleep Month, join us for an insightful and practical session exploring the critical connection between sleep, stress management, and overall well-being. Led by Dr. Sara Ahmed, this session will uncover evidence-based strategies to improve sleep quality, regulate stress, and enhance resilience. Learn how better sleep can support mental clarity, immune function, emotional well-being, and long-term health.

🗓️ March 26, 2025, 12-1 PM (ET): Support Session with Sandra Elia