Synopsis
These three things changed my life they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didnt want to live and wasnt really sure how to. I sought every mean to fight grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to beat grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, saved my life. There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges be it loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.
Episodes
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49: My Top 10 Lessons of the Decade
19/12/2019 Duration: 31minMelissa shares the top 10 lessons and 4 "wish I knew's" of the decade- things she has learned in her journey that can certainly help you in yours. Tune in to prepare to enter the new decade your strongest and most clear self. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when nav
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48: Manifest Magic into 2020
12/12/2019 Duration: 25minManifestation; the what, the how and the why you need to integrate this into your life to make massive changes into the new year and new decade. Don't wait to manifest - start today and see how the things you truly desire will magically enter your life. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I cou
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47: Let Go Of Guilt - An Interview with Lisa Price
05/12/2019 Duration: 34minLisa Price joins the show, as a bereaved mom and founder of Better, Not Bitter Lisa knows the overwhelming path of not only grief, but in finding growth through it. She shares the range of emotions that can bring, the process she coaches others to implement and the resources she has created to help bereaved mothers and anyone else navigating grief, shift energy from bitter, to better. Follow Lisa: Check out Better Not Bitter Mom - https://www.betternotbittermom.com/ Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/betternotbittermom/ About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief:
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46: Holiday Help for Grief, Loss & Overwhelm
28/11/2019 Duration: 20minMelissa teaches why the holidays can feel so much heavier for those grieving, experiencing loss or feeling overwhelmed. She shares strategies of things you can do to feel your best during this time while handling the pressures as well as reminding you of something never to do during such times. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfu
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45: Leveling Up! An interview with Mooch on all things leveling up
21/11/2019 Duration: 37minMooch is back on to share some inspiration on the possibility of leveling up for yourself in your personal and professional life. She gives the rundown on the top tip for doing so and two ways you can join her in taking your goals to the next level NOW instead of the infamous "wait until January." Follow Christina: Check out Move - https://www.movewithmm.com/ Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cmooch/ About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned g
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44: The Truth of Traditions
14/11/2019 Duration: 17minIn this episode, you will learn why traditions (from the holiday season and beyond) can come with so much pressure and stress - how to release that, build connections with those you love through doing so and navigate the holiday season with less overwhelm and tension and more love and enjoyment. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankf
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43: Melissa's Grief SuperHero Returns! Supporting Yourself and Others in The Grief Journey
07/11/2019 Duration: 36minMelissa’s Grief SuperHero returns to the show! Melissa credits her grief coach for helping her find hope and understanding of grief in the most vulnerable and shattered journey. And now Kendra returns to the show to share 4 ways you can help a loved one or friend through their grief journey and 3 coping strategies if you are currently dealing with personal grief journey. This is a must listen for anyone experiencing grief, whether the loss of life, a relationship, a move etc. and for anyone supporting someone in grief. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, jo
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42: Take Off the Masks of Adulting
31/10/2019 Duration: 20minMelissa shares 4 lessons from children that we can implement to feel better in our day to day lives. She guides you to tap into your intuitive state of being, to take off the masks we put on as we grow and to implement a process that will help you feel more free, clear and empowered. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there
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41: My Grief SuperHero - Here To Talk To You!
24/10/2019 Duration: 50minMelissa credits her grief coach for helping her find hope and understanding of grief in the most vulnerable and shattered journey. And now Kendra, Melissa's Grief Superhero, is on the show to talk with all of you about ways that grief manifests, myths about it and offers helpful tips in navigating it. This is a must listen for anyone experiencing grief, whether the loss of life, a relationship, a move etc. and for anyone supporting someone in grief. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice,
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40: Declutter To Grow
17/10/2019 Duration: 16minIn this episode you'll learn about decluttering your energy and the ways that you can get better results and find more success by applying the law of attraction. No extra time, work or finances required - just intention! About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such ch
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39: Anticipatory Grief - In life, relationships and jobs
10/10/2019 Duration: 24minMelissa teaches how anticipatory grief can surface in many ways whether it is anticipating the loss of a loved one in critical care or aging or anticipating the loss of the family dynamic in a divorce or with a child moving or going to college. You will learn what it is, how it surfaces, how to manage it and ways to move through it productively and meaningfully with your loved one. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed,
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38: Stuck in Lies
03/10/2019 Duration: 20minBeing honest isn't the same as not telling lies. And dishonesty keeps us from growing and keeps our relationships and careers from growing, too. It's time to take personal responsibility and stop lying. Melissa covers 7 ways that dishonesty surfaces, teaches a process for addressing change and how to navigate it when it occurs for you or someone in your life. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all
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37: Making Difficult Conversations Not So Difficult
26/09/2019 Duration: 21minAfter coaching hundreds of people on how to frame and engage in difficult conversations so that they are positive and progressive, Melissa shares her method here. It's one that has helped people of all ages in the workplace, in their relationships, friendships and even when making returns or ordering off the menu. You'll be ready to stop avoiding that convo you've been putting off after taking notes on this process! About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speak
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It's So Possible - A Conversation with Angie Lee
19/09/2019 Duration: 43minAngie Lee dropped out of college, was 100k in debt, and ignored all the people who doubted her dreams. At age 29, she has already built multiple 6-figure businesses and shows other people how they can do the same, whether it's pursuing a personal or professional dream, she reminds you that it might be scary and a little overwhelming, but it is so possible. Connect with Angie: Learn more at her website - https://www.angielee.com/ Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/angieleeshow/ Check out Pays To Be Brave - https://www.angielee.com/pays-to-be-brave-2019 About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I soug
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Retrain Your Brain - Your 3-Step Challenge
12/09/2019 Duration: 24minMelissa challenges YOU to retrain your brain using 3 steps. She teaches how just like physical fitness, we can change our emotional fitness, but it takes action and consistency. When we do focus on our energy and emotional health, we have the strength and power to change our entire lives. The 3-step challenge is broken down and explained so you can integrate it into your life. Editor’s note: If you’ve ever been confused about the difference between goals, affirmations, or manifestations (like I was), this episode will answer your questions. For anyone looking to direct their energy in a more positive direction or if you need a pick-me-up in a trying time, this episode and challenge is for you. (Andrew) About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four mo
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Making Triggers Your Teacher - An Interview With Coach Meghan Sandve
05/09/2019 Duration: 33minIn both her professional and personal life, Meghan Sandve let triggers be her teacher and that made all the difference in her transformation. Hear her story of change and the recommendations she makes for you to level up in living your best life. Connect with Meghan: Learn more at her website - https://fitandfierce.co/ Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fittandfierce Listen to her podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fit-fierce/id1444248599 About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of th
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33: Is It Quitting or Letting Go?
29/08/2019 Duration: 22minSometimes it can feel impossible to tell if we are quitting and giving up or letting go and opening space for something new. Whether a job, personal relationship, running a race or taking on new classes - we all face moments of having to decide if we want to continue to pursue the endeavor or if we want to walk away. Melissa shares examples of facing this in her own life and gives you 5 thinking tips on how to assess which one it is, for you. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear
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32: Growing Pains: How To Navigate Relationships & Friendships When You Grow In Different Directions
15/08/2019 Duration: 23minMelissa breaks down how when we pursue growth, distance between ourselves and others can grow, too. She shares how this may surface in dialogue, criticism, or resistance and shares 8 tips to keep all your relationships at their healthiest point, regardless of the phase you, or they, are in. About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody. Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully,
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31: From Law School Dropout To Successful Entrepreneur: The Road, The Roadblocks and The Rising
08/08/2019 Duration: 53minRavi Abuvala shares the journey from walking away from a career in law to running an online business. We discuss how to navigate the fear, loneliness, shame, discomfort and adversity that accompanies making "the leap" and how and why it is SO worth doing. And Ravi dives deep into what can happen when you are your authentic self - professionally and personally. This interview will fire you up. Follow Ravi: Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raviabuvala Find on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/raviabuvala About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to. I sought every means to “fight” grief: res
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30: How to set life-changing boundaries
01/08/2019 Duration: 27minEver fear saying "no"? Have you found yourself wondering why you are always staying late at the office, chronically deferring your needs to help someone or getting annoyed when others don't seem to get it? In this episode, Melissa will define the misconceptions of boundaries, explain what makes them so hard, and then cover 4 types of boundaries that can change your energy and change your life. She ends reminding you of what NOT to do when setting boundaries. Special announcement: I have two one-on-one coaching spots opening up in the next couple weeks. If you would like to learn more, please contact me at the links below! About this podcast: Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves. In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and ho