Shit That Keeps Me Up At Night Jessica Danford

my celiac story: from sick to national athlete and community advocate.
May is Celiac Awareness Month here in Canada, so I thought I would share a little bit about my self-empowerment journey through constant illness to a thriving athlete, community champion and advocate living the glutenfee life.
Glutenfree garage
 
https://glutenfreegarage.ca
 
The 11th annual
GLUTEN FREE GARAGE
Sunday May 26, 2024 ♥︎ 10am to 4pm
ADMISSION
$15+HST in advance 
Tickets now on sale!

TIMED ENTRY: For this year’s festival, we are offering timed-entry tickets with 3 different time slots: 10am-12pm (morning); 12pm-2pm (lunchtime); 2pm-4pm (afternoon). Time slots are specifically for entry to the indoor part of the event for capacity and safety reasons. All ticket holders will have access to the outdoor area for the entire day.
TOTE BAG: Advance ticket holders get a tote bag at registration the day of the event for all of their gluten-free goodies.
FOOD DRIVE: Please bring a non-perishable gluten-free food donation for our food drive! This year’s food drive is being run by Celiac Canada with proceeds going to local food bank The Beeton Cupboard for clients who require a gluten-free diet.
CHILDREN: There is no entry fee for kids aged 12 and under.

DAY-OF TICKETS
$20 at door / free for kids 12 and under
Day-of tickets may not be available if we sell out in advance.

By attending GFG, you grant permission to GFG to use any images taken at the event.

ARTHUBS WYCHWOOD BARNS
601 Christie Street, Toronto, M6G 4C7
Located on the site of the historic Wychwood streetcar barns at Christie St. south of St. Clair, Wychwood Barns has been home to Gluten Free Garage since its inception. GFG takes place in the light-filled Covered Street Barn, which is over 7,600 square feet, outdoors on the Christie Courtyard and in The Stop’s Covered Courtyard. This unique space is home to The Stop Community Food Centre’s Farmers’ Market every Saturday morning and hosts many other popular food events.

We acknowledge Toronto as a sacred gathering place for many Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island. We recognize the long history of First Nations and Métis Peoples in Ontario and show respect to the Mississaugas of New Credit.

PARKING
Wychwood Barns has no onsite parking. There is street parking around the venue and a few Green P parking lots on St. Clair. The venue is TTC accessible.

HOW TO GET HERE
Major intersection: St. Clair Ave West and Christie St
(2 blocks south of St. Clair West) 
 
 
Celiac Canada
celiac.ca
Celiac Disease
Overview
Celiac disease (CD) is a common disorder that is estimated to affect about one percent of the population. It is a condition in which the absorptive surface of the small intestine is damaged by a substance called gluten. Gluten is a group of proteins present in wheat, rye and barley and their cross bred grains. The damage to the intestine can lead to a variety of symptoms and result in an inability of the body to absorb nutrients such as protein, fat, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, which are necessary for good health.
Symptoms
Patients with CD can present with a variety of symptoms.
Classical (typical) symptoms include:
chronic diarrhea abdominal pain malabsorption weight loss  
However, many patients now present with non-classical (atypical) symptoms including:
anemia osteoporosis extreme fatigue oral ulcers liver enzyme abnormalities constipation infertility dental enamel defects neurological problems, etc.

Children can present with:
constipation chronic diarrhea swollen belly gas pale, foul-smelling stools nausea and vomiting

Inability to absorb nutrients can result in:
short stature irritability failure to thrive (infants) anemia delayed puberty damage to tooth enamel neurological symptoms such as headaches, learning disabilities, lack of muscle coordination and seizures, etc.

Celiac disease occurs commonly in patients with other autoim

In my virtual wellness community The Self Empowerment Studio this month our theme is self-love, so I provided everyone with a list of daily prompts to reflect on.
Whether you keep a journal or take a moment to reflect, these prompts are designed to help you cultivate self-awareness and self-love.
I invite you to listen to my thoughts that were provoked by each day's reflection but more importantly to take the time for yourself to work through the daily prompts.
DAY 22: How have you forgiven yourself lately?
Day 23: What steps can you take to feel more alive
Day 24: What can you look forward to today?
Day 25: How do you want to feel at the end of each day? 
Day 26: What's holding you back?
Day 27: What are your biggest achievements?
Day 28: How is the world better because you are in it?
LEAP YEAR ... DAY 29:  If you were told you had one extra day to live what would you do with it?
This episode is a compilation of my daily voice notes as I reflect each day. I have removed excessively long pauses but generally left the audio as is so my apologies for the unplanned dialogue with many thoughts, hums, likes and pauses.
 
STKMUAN SHOW NOTES
Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles.
Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am.
Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.
JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content 
*****
Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturbed or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you!
COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night!
 
Be sure to connect with me on Instagram at my personal account @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight
 
 
WAYS TO WORK WITH ME:
Self Empowerment Studio:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/
Join me on the Bodi Platform :
https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/ca/d/BODiBBPPack?referringRepID=1973378
 
 
Shop with me on Amazon :
Self Empowerment Studio Amazon Shop:
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey
Amazon Kindle registration link
https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS
Audible Registration
https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3
Amazon Fitness Hub
https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD
MY AMAZON READING LIST
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3
 
Where to grab one of Jessica’s Books
GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life
https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-c
Great Canadian Woman
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39407784427681:1?channel=buy_button
She Moves Mountains
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39842528460961:1?channel=buy_button
 
Some Brands I work with with special offers for you!
 
LULULEMON:
My top picks at lululemon
Align 6” shorts https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIF
Blissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB
 
Phlippens
use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off : phlippens.com/jessicadanford
 
Goldy’s 
Use code Jessicad20 for 20% off
Nosh balls: https://ww

In my virtual wellness community The Self Empowerment Studio this month our theme is self-love, so I provided everyone with a list of daily prompts to reflect on.
Whether you keep a journal or take a moment to reflect, these prompts are designed to help you cultivate self-awareness and self-love.
I invite you to listen to my thoughts that were provoked by each day's reflection but more importantly to take the time for yourself to work through the daily prompts.
DAY 15: What is one step you can take to overcome fear?
Day 16: What is one toxic person or thing you can let go of?
Day 17: How do you motivate yourself?
Day 18: What makes you feel empowered?
Day 19: When do you feel most in tune with yourself?
Day 20: What excites you about your future?
Day 21: What skills do you have that make you special?
This episode is a compilation of my daily voice notes as I reflect each day. I have removed excessively long pauses but generally left the audio as is so my apologies for the unplanned dialogue with many thoughts, hums, likes and pauses.
 
STKMUAN SHOW NOTES
Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles.
Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am.
Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.
JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content 
*****
Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturbed or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you!
COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night!
 
Be sure to connect with me on Instagram at my personal account @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight
 
 
WAYS TO WORK WITH ME:
Self Empowerment Studio:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/
Join me on the Bodi Platform :
https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/ca/d/BODiBBPPack?referringRepID=1973378
 
 
Shop with me on Amazon :
Self Empowerment Studio Amazon Shop:
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey
Amazon Kindle registration link
https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS
Audible Registration
https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3
Amazon Fitness Hub
https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD
MY AMAZON READING LIST
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3
 
Where to grab one of Jessica’s Books
GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life
https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-c
Great Canadian Woman
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39407784427681:1?channel=buy_button
She Moves Mountains
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39842528460961:1?channel=buy_button
 
Some Brands I work with with special offers for you!
 
LULULEMON:
My top picks at lululemon
Align 6” shorts https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIF
Blissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB
 
Phlippens
use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off : phlippens.com/jessicadanford
 
Goldy’s 
Use code Jessicad20 for 20% off
Nosh balls: https://www.instagram.com/noshballs.to/?hl=en

In my virtual wellness community The Self Empowerment Studio this month our theme is self-love, so I provided everyone with a list of daily prompts to reflect on.
Whether you keep a journal or take a moment to reflect, these prompts are designed to help you cultivate self-awareness and self-love.
I invite you to listen to my thoughts that were provoked by each day's reflection but more importantly to take the time for yourself to work through the daily prompts.
DAY 9: What have you done that you are most proud of? 
Day 10: When do you feel most confident with yourself?
Day 11: What are 10 things you love about yourself?
Day 12: What people in your life build you up?
Day 13: What is the bravest thing you have ever done?
Day 14: What is your favourite life lesson?
This episode is a compilation of my daily voice notes as I reflect each day. I have removed excessively long pauses but generally left the audio as is so my apologies for the unplanned dialogue with many thoughts, hums, likes and pauses.
 
STKMUAN SHOW NOTES
Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles.
Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am.
Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.
JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content 
*****
Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturbed or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you!
COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night!
 
Be sure to connect with me on Instagram at my personal account @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight
 
 
WAYS TO WORK WITH ME:
Self Empowerment Studio:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/
Join me on the Bodi Platform :
https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/ca/d/BODiBBPPack?referringRepID=1973378
 
 
Shop with me on Amazon :
Self Empowerment Studio Amazon Shop:
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey
Amazon Kindle registration link
https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS
Audible Registration
https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3
Amazon Fitness Hub
https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD
MY AMAZON READING LIST
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3
 
Where to grab one of Jessica’s Books
GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life
https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-c
Great Canadian Woman
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39407784427681:1?channel=buy_button
She Moves Mountains
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39842528460961:1?channel=buy_button
 
Some Brands I work with with special offers for you!
 
LULULEMON:
My top picks at lululemon
Align 6” shorts https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIF
Blissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB
 
Phlippens
use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off : phlippens.com/jessicadanford
 
Goldy’s 
Use code Jessicad20 for 20% off
Nosh balls: https://www.instagram.com/noshballs.to/?hl=en

An affirmation:  is an affirming story we tell ourselves to empower ourselves and build strong personal belief in ourselves.
Most people when you ask them for an affirmation might say something like :
I love myself, I look good I feel good, I am proud of myself and how I treat others, I am great, I am strong, I am healthy,  I am capable, I am a champion, While yes these are positive affirmations little mantras that create momentum in making a more positive mindset they don’t necessarily dig deep enough to build belief in ourselves to create the resilience we need to power through hardship.
 
So here are my dig deeper stories I tell myself to get through particularly hard times and situations:
 
If anyone else can do it surely I can too …and find a way to do it better Nothing is fucking wrong with me God wants me to live and suffer … no matter what happens I will be okay; people go through ups and downs, but I have the strength resilience and resourcefulness to overcome any obstacles or challenges. Am I being open to synchronicity or am I sitting in comfort? When we set goals we only know what we know . I know that the rewards of hard work outweigh the work I am willing to do the work to reach my goals and know that as big as I can dream I can never know all that is available to me because we only know what we know so be open to people experiences connections and opportunities. Time reveals all truths my mom taught me this one to deal with anger  
I would love to hear your affirmations. Find me on Instagram and send me a message. 
 
Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles.
Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am.
Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.
JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content 
*****
Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturbed or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you!
COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night!
 
Be sure to connect with me on Instagram at my personal account @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight
 
 
WAYS TO WORK WITH ME:
Self Empowerment Studio:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/
Join me on the Bodi Platform :
https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/ca/d/BODiBBPPack?referringRepID=1973378
 
 
Shop with me on Amazon :
Self Empowerment Studio amazon shop:
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey
Amazon Kindle registration link
https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS
Audible Registration
https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3
Amazon Fitness Hub
https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD
MY AMAZON READING LIST
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3
 
Where to grab one of Jessica’s Books
GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life
https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-c
Great Canadian Woman
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39407784427681:1?channel=buy_button
She Moves Mountains
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39842528460961:1

In my virtual wellness community The Self Empowerment Studio this month our theme is self-love, so I provided everyone with a list of daily prompts to reflect on.
Whether you keep a journal or take a moment to reflect, these prompts are designed to help you cultivate self-awareness and self-love.
I invite you to listen to my thoughts that were provoked by each day's reflection but more importantly to take the time for yourself to work through the daily prompts.
DAY 1: How do you feel about yourself today?
Day 2: Make a list of things that bring you joy.
Day 3: What compliment can you give yourself today?
Day 4: What are your favourite strengths about yourself?
Day 5: How do I feel when I love myself wholeheartedly?
Day 6: What does self-love look and feel like?
Day 7: How do I show myself compassion?
This episode is a compilation of my daily voice notes as I reflect each day. I have removed excessively long pauses but generally left the audio as is so my apologies for the unplanned dialogue with many thoughts, hums, likes and pauses.
 
STKMUAN SHOW NOTES
Join host and author Jessica Danford as she shoots the shit about the everyday hardships of life. Topics such as; anxiety, self-doubt, addictions, and mental health struggles.
Life of the party, recovering people-pleaser, breaking free of a restrictive professionalism mentality. A passionate community advocate digging in to tackle all the shit that comes to mind as your head hits the pillow or the clock strikes 3 am.
Embark on a journey of exploration into a vast world of physical, emotional and mental health. Deal with your past trauma, learn coping skills and discover self-empowerment techniques. You will leave each episode motivated, empowered and inspired to take action in becoming who you want to be without the BS.
JOIN THE MAILING LIST for updates, resources and bonus content 
*****
Holy shit! I wanna hear all the shit that happens. That time you were a shit disturbed or all about your shitty buzz. Tell me all the deep shit you think and feel. Remember when shit hit the fan or that time you got shit-faced. We all know shit happens and we all have shit to do so drop your bullshit on my shit list and maybe I'll shoot the shit with you!
COMPLETE THIS FORM and tell me all the shit that keeps you up at night!
 
Be sure to connect with me on Instagram at my personal account @JessicaDanford or the podcast page @shitthatkeepsmeup.atnight
 
 
WAYS TO WORK WITH ME:
Self Empowerment Studio:
https://www.trainerize.me/profile/jessicadanford/Jessica.Danford/
Join me on the Bodi Platform :
https://www.teambeachbody.com/shop/ca/d/BODiBBPPack?referringRepID=1973378
 
 
Shop with me on Amazon :
Self Empowerment Studio Amazon Shop:
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey
Amazon Kindle registration link
https://amzn.to/3x7QrVS
Audible Registration
https://amzn.to/3jMfqe3
Amazon Fitness Hub
https://amzn.to/3RKkRqD
MY AMAZON READING LIST
https://www.amazon.ca/shop/gfreewifey/list/1UQHKRWDZ1DG3?linkCode=spc&tag=gfreewifey04-20&domainId=influencer&asc_contentid=amzn1.ideas.1UQHKRWDZ1DG3
 
Where to grab one of Jessica’s Books
GfreeWifey Community Cookbook: Helping you transition to a gluten-free life
https://www.blurb.ca/b/9463281-gfreewifey-food-bank-community-c
Great Canadian Woman
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39407784427681:1?channel=buy_button
She Moves Mountains
https://jessica-danford.myshopify.com/cart/39842528460961:1?channel=buy_button
 
Some Brands I work with with special offers for you!
 
LULULEMON:
My top picks at lululemon
Align 6” shorts https://creatoriq.cc/44TQfIF
Blissfeel Trail Women's Running Shoe https://creatoriq.cc/3qX5thB
 
Phlippens
use code JESSICADANFORD for 10% off : phlippens.com/jessicadanford
 
Goldy’s 
Use code Jessicad20 for 20% off
Nosh balls: https://www.instagram.com/noshballs.to/?hl=en