Episodes

Do you ever feel like you have to "hide" an aspect of yourself when you are around others? Do you feel like if they knew "this" about you that they may not accept or welcome you? You are not alone! So many of us feel the same way - but we don't have to! This episode is about how we can remove our masks and be our authentic selves in a world that wants us to be perfect. Download: My Wheel Of Life Assessment . Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/melissaebken)

Joy Huber, a stage 4 cancer survivor, was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at age 33. Joy endured three years of chemotherapy suffering the complete loss of her shoulder-length hair. During her cancer journey Joy discovered, “While no one’s happy they have cancer, you can have cancer and still be happy.” Joy launched the “Dose of JOY” Podcast to serve as your personal guide to cancer. The podcast has a lot of helpful information and includes 'must do's and never do's' to help you on your cancer jo...

Building a life of faith is challenging! As we grow through different stages of life, our understanding of God changes and evolves as well. Sometimes, we get to a place where we cannot reconcile what we know about God with our current context. This is hard. It can leave us bereft. I've been there. In this episode, I share a time in my life when I was lost, and how I found my way back. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/melissaebken)

Fulfillment coach & business trainer, Mandi Dana, helps to transform the quality of lives of leaders and entrepreneurs. With over 9000 sessions of coaching and mentoring with the world’s number one personal development brand, she has gained a treasure chest of knowledge and insights, both personally and professionally. Prior to coaching, she was a determined entrepreneur and built several businesses, the most significant being an international infant shoe brand where she was dubbed “the shoemake...

How many times have you had troubles because of miscommunication? This happens A LOT. In fact, it is so common, that the plot of most television sitcoms stems from people having a miscommunication or misunderstanding. In this episode, I give 5 strategies to communicate with no misunderstandings. 1. Know your purpose 2. Communicate emotions in person 3. Communicate facts in writing 4. Listen more than you speak 5. Follow up Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/melissaebken)

Dr. Melvin Allen is from Chicago, IL, and attended the University of Illinois. He, and his wife Dr. Sherrie Allen, are both psychologists and live in Beverly Hills, California. Their practice focuses on relationships and they've recently released a book, The Allen Method: Four Alchemical Steps for Creating and Sustaining Lasting and Loving Relationships, available on Amazon. Dr. Melvin Allen has been a hospice volunteer for 15 years and has a message for all of us about life, and how working wi...

Being in love with movement her whole life, Amy Giles purchased a martial arts school in 2001. She has gone on to train hundreds of people of all ages to cultivate confidence through movement at Progressive Kenpo Karate. Amy is an internationally recognized martial artist and the highest-ranking female Black Belt in the United States under Israeli Krav International. When the pandemic struck, Amy saw the need to expand her services. She founded MindBody Fitness, an online mindset, and fitness pr...

With over a decade of experience as a Licensed Esthetician, Makeup Artist, and Coach, Marlu bridges the gap between how you want to be seen and how you express yourself in the world, empowering and elevating both your inner and outer beauty. Marlu is passionate about shifting the beauty standards allowing you to be your most genuine and true self. You are welcome to connect with Marlu at marlusoria.com or @marlusoria on social media. Wishing you all, Empowered Beauty! Support the show (https://w...

This episode talks about uncovering our most deeply held values and making our decisions based on those. George Baily, a character from the movie, It's a Wonderful Life, teaches us how to live a life aligned with our values. Also: IS DIE HARD A CHRISTMAS MOVIE?

Chris Trammell is a Light Shining Advocate for the success of others. He does this by guiding others on how to take their gifts and talents online and having the courage and business fundamentals to keep growing their business ecosystem and opportunities for revenue. "My favorite aspect of what I do is watching each and every client discover, develop, and enjoyably deliver the Hero in their story, themselves. As they bring forward their light, they set others free to shine as well." -Chris Tramm...

Do you feel like you come through one challenge in life only to face another? Why does it have to be hard? This episode digs into why we go through so many 'wilderness' experiences in our lives and how that process can benefit us. Melissa provides five strategies to build your life when you encounter times of struggle. Are you ready to lean into those challenges in your life and overcome them? This episode is for you.

This episode is about the first time in my life when I chose to lean into and overcome a seemingly impossible situation. I was 18 years old, just graduated high school, and landed in Ft. Rucker, AL. This experience changed my life. The choices I made there continue to give me strength and encouragement when I come up against difficult and uncomfortable situations.

Veronica Scott is a recruiter for the WORLD'S BEST Navy! She tells her story here of what it's like to be a mother of 4 and a Navy recruiter. She has spoken to rooms filled with Admirals who control fleets of ships. Hear her story here! gZCvCy0B4QqGpZ7TVSdZ Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/melissaebken)

This weekly podcast addresses the issues that keep us awake at night. Am I a good enough mom/dad/spouse? Am I living up to my potential? Am I giving my kids what they need to be successful in life? What will my parents need from me as they age? Am I a good co-parent? How can I handle confrontations better? All of these things make life difficult and uncomfortable! Let’s lean into all the uncomfortable and yucky stuff to find a path forward to a life we really want to live. (Music by Joe Calindrino, “September’s Realm”)