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July 25, 2023

Episode 90: Pursuing the Hero In You with the Hero Tribe

Don't miss out on this insightful episode of "Pursuing Uncomfortable" - subscribe now and join us as we explore the Hero Tribe's journey to inspire and empower individuals to embrace discomfort, pursue their dreams, and unlock the hero within. Follow The Hero Tribe: Website: https://www.hero-tribe.com Podcast: https://www.hero-tribe.com/podcasts-and-media Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_Hero_Tribe Instagram:…

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July 18, 2023

Episode 89: Pursuing Safe Swimming for Kids with Selena Willows

In this episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, host Melissa sits down with special guest Selena Willows to discuss the important topic of infant and child swim safety. Selena introduces the concept of infant swim rescue and shares her concerns with this method, suggesting alternative solutions. As the founder of Swim to…

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July 4, 2023

Episode 87: Pursuing Going Dry with Sean Robinson

In this episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, host Melissa talks to author and speaker Sean Robinson about his decision to quit drinking and pursue a healthier lifestyle. Sean shares his personal journey of breaking patterns and habits that had been holding him back, and how he found success through small, daily…

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June 27, 2023

Episode 86: Pursuing Mother Nature for Health with Amy Stein

In this episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, host Melissa and guest Amy Stein share their insights on how to use Mother Nature to improve your physical and emotional health. They discuss how many people are disconnected from themselves and from nature, leading to chronic illness and pain. Amy shares her personal…

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June 20, 2023

Deborah Leblanc YT

In this episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, host Melissa sits down with guest Deborah LeBlanc to discuss her incredible life story. Deborah talks about the challenges she faced growing up, including her mother's undiagnosed manic depression, and her experiences with ghost hunting. Melissa and Deborah delve deep into the topic of…

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June 13, 2023

Episode 84: Pursuing Your Value with Brian Nelson-Palmer

Welcome to our latest episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, where we explore topics designed to push you outside of your comfort zone and into a more fulfilling life. Today, we're joined by Brian Nelson-Palmer, founder of Productivity Gladiator, who offers his insights on how to live your life with value and…

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June 6, 2023

Episode 83: Pursuing the Good Life with Cole Bershback

In this episode of "Pursuing Uncomfortable," host Melissa interviews speaker and coach Cole Bershback about how to pursue the good life. Cole shares her thoughts on how small connections and actions can change the world, the importance of loving ourselves and others despite imperfections, and how to align our bodies…

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May 30, 2023

Episode 82: Pursuing Parenting ADHD Children with Avigail Gimpel

In this episode of our podcast, we explore the topic of ADHD with special education teacher and author, Avigail Lev and our host, Melissa. Avigail shares her three-pronged approach to managing ADHD symptoms and emphasizes the importance of tailored solutions according to the child's personality and individual needs. She also…

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May 24, 2023

Episode 81: Pursuing Life with Humor with Bee Baumann

As a comedian, writer, motivational speaker, and interculturalist, I bring my perspective to the world, as do you! My first humorous self-help book "Gurrl, You Ain't Crazy" was published in 2020, and I have published more than half a dozen literary short stories and essays. The topics I explore as…

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May 24, 2023

Episode 80: Pursuing Vitality When Life Knocks You Down with Joanne Greene

In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the life of our speaker, Joanne Greene, who is currently in "act three" of their life. This is her favorite stage, where she gets to do what she wants, such as writing and doing podcasts. Joanne has learned a lot and…

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May 18, 2023

Cuppa Empathy

In this thought-provoking video, we explore the transformative power of empathy and delve into its distinctions from sympathy. Join us as we uncover the profound ability to understand and share the emotions of others, fostering deeper connections and promoting compassion. Discover how empathy goes beyond surface-level sympathy, allowing us to…

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May 11, 2023

Cuppa The Good Life

In this thought-provoking video, we explore the profound significance of spirituality, gratitude, mindset, and personal agency in creating a life of fulfillment and purpose. Are you ready to embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment? Join us as we navigate the essence of The Good Life, uncovering the timeless…

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May 9, 2023

Episode 79: Pursuing These 16 Things For Our Kids with Luke Grimm

Join us as we discuss the importance of equipping parents to raise children with life skills and values. Our guest speaker, Luke Grim, a former Army soldier and recruiter turned high school teacher, shares his own personal experiences and insights on the necessity of having difficult conversations with children, fostering…

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May 2, 2023

Episode 78: Understanding Teenage Substance Abuse with Richard Capriola

On this episode of Pursuing Uncomfortable, we discuss the topic of adolescent substance abuse and how parents can catch warning signs early on. My guest, Richard Capriola, has decades of experience working in education, mental health, and substance abuse, and has written a book called "The Addicted Child: A Parent's…

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April 27, 2023

Cuppa Pray With Your Friends

In this video, Melissa talks about the importance of praying with others. While some people find praying with friends in the moment to come naturally, others may feel anxious about it. However, she encourages viewers to get over their anxiety and just do it, as it can be a difference-maker…

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April 25, 2023

Episode 77: Pursuing YOUR Path with Stephenie Zamora

Stephenie Zamora is an author and coach, business and marketing strategist, and founder of Stephenie Zamora Media—a digital media and production company, publishing house, and a full-service life-purpose development, branding, and online marketing boutique. Her company has been merging the worlds of personal development, digital media, and online marketing to…

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April 18, 2023

Episode 76: Pursuing Nightmare Success with Brent Cassity

Brent Cassity is the author of the Book Nightmare Success: Loyalty, Betrayal, Life Behind Bars, Adapting, And Finally Breaking Free: A Memoir. He is a host of the popular podcast Nightmare Success In and Out. Brent was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises, a national company, which he grew from…

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April 13, 2023

Cuppa 10 Strategies to Growing Self Awareness

In this video I discuss ten strategies to grow self-awareness. Self-awareness is at the core to growing ourselves, our relationships, and our faith. Melissa Ebken NEWSLETTER for a fresh take on spiritual health: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/newsletter PODCAST: https://www.pursuinguncomfortable.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/ CONSULTING: https://www.melissaebken.com/ BOOK: https://www.melissaebken.com/links BLOG: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/blog

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April 11, 2023

Episode 75: Pursuing A Non-Violent Path with Brad Mewhort

Brad has a mission to prevent male-on-male violence and end physical bullying. In his adolescence, he was a victim of physical bullying and became an occasional bully himself. Over the past two decades, he has done a lot of work to heal from the personal impacts of these encounters with…

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April 6, 2023

Cuppa Self Awareness

Melissa Ebken NEWSLETTER for a fresh take on spiritual health: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/newsletter PODCAST: https://www.pursuinguncomfortable.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/ CONSULTING: https://www.melissaebken.com/ BOOK: https://www.melissaebken.com/links BLOG: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/blog

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April 4, 2023

Episode 74: Pursuing Filmmaking with Mollie Leivars

Hello! My name is Mollie Leivars and I am a young filmmaker based in Kent, UK. After having a bad experience at school, I decided to start creating films surrounding youth issues so that other young people knew that they were never alone in what they were going through! I…

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March 30, 2023

Cuppa Affirmations

Affirmations - why and how to use them to make a BIG difference in your life. Melissa Ebken NEWSLETTER for a fresh take on spiritual health: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/newsletter PODCAST: https://www.pursuinguncomfortable.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/ CONSULTING: https://www.melissaebken.com/ BOOK: https://www.melissaebken.com/links BLOG: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/blog

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March 28, 2023

Episode 73: Pursuing Health, Faithfully with Karis Meier

Karis and her husband have four children and reside in Northern Virginia. She holds a BA in Christian Education and a MA in Counseling. She is a wife, mother, author,counselor, and speaker. Karis has struggled with chronic illness for many years and is passionate about sharing how God leads her…

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March 24, 2023

Cuppa Making Gratitude Sticky

Tips to make gratitude a part of your daily life. Melissa Ebken NEWSLETTER for a fresh take on spiritual health: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/newsletter PODCAST: https://www.pursuinguncomfortable.com/ WEBSITE: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/ CONSULTING: https://www.melissaebken.com/ BOOK: https://www.melissaebken.com/links BLOG: https://www.lightlifeandloveministries.com/blog

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