In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked journey of healing body image struggles. Many people carry deep shame, insecurity, or criticism about their bodies. However, healing body image begins when we start approaching these struggles with honesty and compassion. Melissa is joined by fellow counselor and podcast host Rachael Gilbert. Together, they discuss what it […]
Breathe: Transforming Chaos to Calm with Bonnie Gray :: [Episode 143]
Are you dealing with stress or anxiety? If so, this episode may feel like a breath of fresh air. In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Bonnie Gray. Bonnie is a soul-care mentor, retreat speaker, and author who helps people move from chaos to calm in the middle of everyday stress. During the episode, Bonnie shares […]
Healing after Sexual Trauma with Dr. Elizabeth Stevens :: [Episode 142]
Today’s episode is so important as we dive into the topic of unresolved trauma. Unfortunately, each of us will or has encountered some trauma in our lives. When we don’t process past experiences, we unknowingly get tied to the past when we don’t explore and process past traumatic experiences. Dr. Elizabeth Stevens discusses PTSD, […]
The Journey to Forgiveness with Rev. David Peterson :: [Episode 141]
This week on Thrive, we discuss an important path to your freedom: Forgiveness. Unforgiveness impacts not only your relationships but also your mind, body, and spirit. In today’s episode, we are talking with Rev. David Peterson about his new book: Journey to Forgiveness: 21 Milestones to Freedom. Listen in to learn about: Rev. David’s […]
Why We Need a Spiritual Diet Change with Amy Seiffert :: [Episode140]
This week on Thrive, we are talking with Amy Seiffert about making changes to your diet, your spiritual diet. Amy helps us see that we consuming, we’re filling up, we’re taking in, but at the end of the day, our souls are still starving. So many of us feel dissatisfied and empty—emotionally, physically, and […]