The Root Of It All With Tree

Tree Ryde

Welcome to The Root Of It All Podcast With Tree, where you will learn New Habits for Human Betterment. We talk about all things related to personal growth and everything is on the table. Each episode, we'll explore different topics like self-care, mindfulness, goal-setting, and more, with a focus on practical tips and actionable advice you can start implementing today. Our goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and live a more fulfilling life. So grab your favorite drink, cozy up, or take your dog for a walk or go for a drive and join us for some fun and meaningful conversation.

  1. 5d ago

    Conquer Fear and Brain Hacks to Master Your Mindset!

    Sarah Jackle and Tree Ryde dive into the mechanics of mindset. Discover practical brain hacks to conquer fear, eliminate self-sabotage, and approach daily challenges with calm authority. Stream the full episode now on your preferred podcast platform. BIO: Sarah Jakle is the Founder and Executive Director of DemocraShe, a nonpartisan national nonprofit empowering historically underserved high school girls to be our future leaders, voters, civically engaged citizens and elected officials. Previously, Sarah served as the Get Out The Vote Director for the California National Organization for Women and as the National Outreach Director for Field Team 6, leading efforts for mobilizing women and innovative voter registration. Empowering women to hold political office has been an interest since Sarah first interned at the Women’s Council of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee in college. Sarah’s unique inclusion of brain science in young women’s civic leadership training helps young women overcome the barriers on a woman’s leadership journey and successfully step into leadership in any area that interests them while knowing running for office is their birthright. Ultimately, her training helps any woman looking to grow as a leader, step out of her comfort zone, and learn evidence based practices to nurture courage and ambition. With her vision, DemocraShe fosters the next generation of leaders who will shape a more inclusive and just society and is a critical pipeline nurturing high school girls to engage in our democracy. Sarah has a Bachelors from Yale (Phi Beta Kappa), a Masters in Social Work from USC and a Masters in Public Policy from UCLA. She was a 2025 Movement Builder Fellow with How Women Lead and was a Fellow with Obama’s Organizing For Action Connect to Sarah Jakle: Website: democrashe.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-jakle-535617240?utm_source=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=member_ios

    Conquer Fear and Brain Hacks to Master Your Mindset!
  2. Jul 26

    Authentic Stories Create Lasting Connections

    Why do some brands and people instantly click with us, while others feel completely forgettable? It all comes down to authenticity. In this Episode, Cindy Csordas joins Tree Ryde to discuss how sharing your genuine story can break down walls and foster deep trust. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a leader, or just someone looking to improve your communication, this episode is packed with practical wisdom on keeping it real. BIO: Cindy Csordas is an award-winning, professional videographer and former journalist with 30 years of experience. She has worked in the television broadcasting industry at CTV and CHCH-TV, as well as lead video producer for the City of Hamilton, producing corporate videos for both internal and external audiences. Cindy received an award for Best Television Story in 2016 and Best Police TV Feature Story in 2010 from the Halton Regional Police Service. In 2007, Hamilton Professional Firefighters Local 288 honoured Cindy with an Award of Excellence for her two-part television news feature about Camp BUCKO, a camp open to burn survivors. Her passion: producing powerful videos to connect with audiences. Cindy's video work includes content with an educational, informational, promotional, recruitment and recognition focus. She has experience in videography, writing, editing, voice over work, and storytelling to produce video content for television, long form video (for YouTube) or shorts/reels for social media platforms. Have a video idea for your business? Cindy will make it shine. SEE IT, HEAR IT, FEEL IT! Promotional content: The part of my journey as a master storyteller that I enjoy the most is connecting with people on a level that makes them feel comfortable to share their messages in an authentic fashion. Everyone has a story worth telling. I'm honoured when people place their trust in me to help them tell theirs. As a television journalist for many years, people who had lost a loved one to a tragedy opened up to share their pain with me but in the hopes to prevent tragedies from happening in the future or to share with the community what that loved one meant to them. This was never an easy task to ask people in pain to open up but once they did, there was power in their message. As a corporate video content creator, it's been a welcomed challenge to help educate, recruit, promote, train or inform an audience with videos that make people feel connection to the message. I welcome every challenge and pour my creativity into producing content. This isn't a job. It's a passion. My hope is people who feel nervous in front of the lens walk away feeling a tremendous sense of accomplishment and pride in the work they've completed to drive their message forward. We are a team. We produce magic on the screen together. Connect with Cindy Csordas: Website: www.ccvp.ca Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@cindycsordas654/videos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cindy_csordas/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindy-csordas-977376111/

    Authentic Stories Create Lasting Connections
  3. Jul 6

    Beyond the Betrayal: Navigating Trauma with Compassion and Curiosity

    When trust is shattered, the trauma left behind can feel permanent. But what happens when we stop fighting the pain and start looking at it with curiosity? In Season 8, Episode 5, Samuel Alumnus and Tree Ryde look at the messy reality of betrayal. They break down practical ways to extend compassion to yourself while processing deep emotional wounds. BIO: Sam’s Healing Podcast is brought to you by one of infidelity recovery’s most prominent and renowned influencers and YouTubers. For over 15 years Samuel has been one of the leading content generators for healing and recovery of both betrayed and unfaithful spouses. After more than a decade of blogging and filming under one of the betrayal trauma’s founding fathers, clinician Rick Reynolds of affairrecovery.com, Sam has ventured out to pursue, create and live out his lifelong vision and passion for healing those touched by the trauma of infidelity. Through his new podcast and most recent project, the Ask the Unfaithful Podcast, Samuel continues to bring his own personal experiences with infidelity recovery along with delivering the most current and up-to-date clinical wisdom and healing modalities for recovery after an affair. Connect with Samuel Alumnus: samshealingpodcast.com https://www.instagram.com/samuel_healing/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sams-healing-podcast/id1767521915 https://www.youtube.com/@samshealingpodcast Tune in now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your preferred RSS feed to listen to the full episode.

    Beyond the Betrayal: Navigating Trauma with Compassion and Curiosity
  4. Jun 15

    Finding balance: Caring for Others without Losing Yourself

    Welcome to Season 8, Episode 4 of The Root of It All with Tree. In this episode, we welcome Sarah Kinlin, a powerhouse speaker, coach, author of Grit, Grace & Goals, and the owner of Pearl Performance Inc. Sarah joins us for a timely conversation about the fine art of finding balance. If you have been struggling to care for those around you without losing your own identity and peace of mind, this episode is your roadmap. BIO: Speaker| Coach| Author | Grit, Grace, & Goals @ Pearl Performance Incorporated Sarah Kinlin is a leadership keynote speaker, mindset coach, author of Grit, Grace & Goals, and wife, mom, and sister. Sarah lives just outside Guelph, Ontario, with her husband Steve and their three children, Frank, Charlie, and Libby. Connect with Sarah Kinlin: Website: sarahkinlin.com Virtual Coffee Chat: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://calendly.com/pearlinc/15minuteintro&source=gmail&ust=1781597285145000&usg=AOvVaw2xVzU_942jva5Wy2f7ZsT5 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pearl-performance Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pearlperformanceinc/ The Root Of it all With Tree Podcast: Website: https://www.businessgrowthresults.com/in-the-media/podcast-the-root-of-it-all YouTube: https://youtu.be/VpbINP5dugw Here are the links to explore more of what Tree is doing: 🌐 https://www.businessgrowthresults.com/ 🌐 https://www.burlingtonhypnosis.ca/ 🌐 https://simplewebsiteservice.ca/ 🌐 https://simplewebsiteservice.ca/ 📖 You can also check out Tree’s book here: 🔗 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GHPWLRWL 🌐 https://www.treeryde.com/ If this content resonates with you, make sure to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss what’s coming next. Feel free to share your favorite moments—we’d love to hear what stood out for you! Subscribe for more conversations on human behaviour, personal growth, leadership, and mindset. Make sure to like and hit the notification bell so you won’t miss a beat! Share your favorite moments —tune in now!

    Finding balance: Caring for Others without Losing Yourself
  5. Jun 1

    How to Turn Pain Into Peace and Reclaim Joy in Life

    In this episode of The Root Of It All With Tree, Laura Louise Persichetti joins Tree Ryde for a meaningful conversation about emotional healing, personal transformation, and finding peace after difficult life experiences. They explore how pain can influence identity and behaviour, and how awareness and perspective shifts can support long term emotional wellbeing. This episode highlights resilience, reflection, and the importance of reconnecting with oneself while moving through change. BIO:Laura Louise Persichetti -Metaphysical Teacher Spiritual Teacher & Guide for Modern Times. Advanced Spiritual Training & Self Mastery; 20 years of helping people 1:1 sessions, classes & training. is an Amazon Best Selling Author, Award-Winning Entrepreneur, and International Speaker. She loves a deep conversation over a hot cup of chai, a sunny beach day, and a new stamp in her passport. With over 20 years of working with people through her own private practice, Laura has been a Registered Psychotherapist with a keen interest in understanding metaphysics, esoterics, neuroscience, and discovering the true essence of JOY. Laura is a certified teacher and spiritual guide trained in the Lineage of King Solomon, which dates back over 3000 years currently taught through the Modern Mystery School, holding 8000 years of universal principles. She loves introducing people to the tools and teachings of the lineage that have surpassed the test of time in supporting humanity in better understanding who they truly are and reaching their fullest potential. Today, Laura works 1:1 with clients offering energy healing modalities like the Life Activation, Egyptian Healings, and Ensofic Reiki among many others. She has a virtual self mastery membership with a global community of her students worldwide. She teaches advanced spiritual training, and travels globally to teach students interested in becoming healers and stepping into a higher level of service. Her favourite class to teach is a 2-Day Immersion Program called Empower Thyself. Laura offers free consultations if you would like to learn more about her services or topics discussed. Connect with : You can learn more at lauralouise.ca IG: @lauralouise.ca

    How to Turn Pain Into Peace and Reclaim Joy in Life
  6. May 4

    From Community to Council: A conversation with Lisa Kearns on Real Impact

    From community voices to council decisions, this episode explores how real impact happens at the local level. Dive into how leadership, service, and civic engagement shape stronger communities and meaningful outcomes. Bio:: Councillor Lisa Kearns Deputy Mayor of Engagement | Ward 2 Councillor, City of Burlington Lisa Kearns serves as Ward 2 Councillor and Deputy Mayor of Engagement for the City of Burlington. With national leadership experience across healthcare, manufacturing, and advertising, Lisa is known for practical, common sense solutions that deliver strong results. She is respected for total value decision making, empowering strategic partnerships, and connecting community priorities with effective policy outcomes. At Council, Lisa’s focus areas include expanding access to housing through responsible, community-led growth management, supporting Burlington’s local business economy, and strengthening climate resiliency. Recent accomplishments in housing include advancing Burlington’s Housing Accelerator Fund initiatives, supporting streamlined approvals, a refreshed Community Engagement Charter and measures to increase accountability and trust at City Hall. Lisa actively engages residents through community updates, neighbourhood pop-ups, walking tours, town halls, and an online newsletter to ensure transparency and connection to City Hall decisions. At City Hall, Lisa previously served as Audit Committee Chair since 2020 and Budget Chair in various years. She serves on Committee of the Whole and acts as Council liaison to several advisory committees, including the School Traffic Safety and Mobility Committee. Lisa serves on the Boards of Halton Regional Police Services, Burlington Downtown Business Association, Burlington Public Library, and Art Gallery Burlington, with past service on the Joseph Brant Hospital Board, Centre for Skills and Development Training, Burlington Food Bank, and United Way Campaign Cabinet. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with business studies from the University of Western Ontario and has earned the Institute of Corporate Directors designation through Rotman School of Business. Connect with Lisa Kearns : Insta - @LisaKearnsWard2 FB – LisaKearns.Ward2 Here are the links to explore more of what Tree is doing: 🌐 https://www.businessgrowthresults.com/ 🌐 https://www.burlingtonhypnosis.ca/ 🌐 https://simplewebsiteservice.ca/ 🌐 https://simplewebsiteservice.ca/ 📖 You can also check out Tree’s book here: 🔗 https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0GHPWLRWL 🌐 https://www.treeryde.com/

    From Community to Council: A conversation with Lisa Kearns on Real Impact
  7. Apr 20

    Authentic Branding Secrets Revealed!

    In this episode of The Root Of It All With Tree, Tree Ryde welcomes Gabriele Pizzale for a conversation on authentic branding and meaningful connection. Together, they explore how businesses and individuals can align their message with their true identity, build trust through authenticity, and create a brand that resonates beyond surface-level marketing. This episode highlights the importance of clarity, consistency, and genuine expression in building long-term relationships and sustainable growth. BIO: She’s the queen of colour, the empress of elegance, and the undisputed boss of all things beautiful. Gabriele graduated from Ryerson University with a degree in Fashion Design and kicked off her career dressing people in style. But she didn’t stop there—oh no. She took that same flair and fabulousness and launched Pizzale Design Inc., turning thousands of interiors into jaw-dropping, soul-soothing spaces. Think rich fabrics, fearless colour, and timeless sophistication—all served with a side of wow. What sets Gabriele apart? She’s not just a stylist—she’s a skilled seamstress with an intimate understanding of garment construction, fit, and quality. She knows how clothes are made, how they should fit, and how they’ll hold up in the real world. Her deep knowledge of fabric properties means she can spot a flattering cut, a luxurious drape, or a wardrobe disaster waiting to happen from a mile away. Her mantra? Style beats beauty every time. Because beauty fades, but style? Style is forever. It’s a vibe, a mood, and that magnetic confidence when you walk into a room knowing you're exactly you. Connect with GABRIELE PIZZALE: PIZZAZZ Personal Branding 416-889-4374 www.pizzazzstyle.com @pizzazzstyle @gabriele-pizzale-73159711

    Authentic Branding Secrets Revealed!

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Welcome to The Root Of It All Podcast With Tree, where you will learn New Habits for Human Betterment. We talk about all things related to personal growth and everything is on the table. Each episode, we'll explore different topics like self-care, mindfulness, goal-setting, and more, with a focus on practical tips and actionable advice you can start implementing today. Our goal is to help you become the best version of yourself and live a more fulfilling life. So grab your favorite drink, cozy up, or take your dog for a walk or go for a drive and join us for some fun and meaningful conversation.