About this episode

The episode discusses the impact of environmental factors, particularly smoke from wildfires, on health and well-being, emphasizing the importance of taking care of oneself and pets during such times.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts into the United States, the air turns hazy, and suddenly even a quick walk with the dog feels like a risk. We start there because it’s real life, and real life has a way of piling on. From safety and air quality to the way stress lands in the body, we talk about protecting yourself, protecting your pets, and taking the day seriously when the environment is telling you to slow down. Then the conversation turns personal, and heavy. We share what it’s like t...

People in this episode

Host: Justin Alan Hayes

Topics covered

• environment
• air quality
• stress management
• pet safety
• wildfires

Keywords

• wildfires
• air quality
• stress
• health
• pets

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Canada, United States

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