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Becoming is MessyDeath, Reclamation and Vanderpump Rules – Living and Loving After Traumatic LossDeath, Reclamation, and Vanderpump Rules – Living and Loving After Traumatic LossWhat does it mean to love again after loss—and to keep living after your world has shattered? In this episode, Meghann is joined by Dr. Red Hoffman, a trauma surgeon, hospice and palliative care physician, writer, speaker, and host of The Surgical Soul and Surgical Palliative Care podcasts.Dr. Red’s life has been shaped by profound loss—including the violent death of her father, her boyfriend’s suicide, and her own path through addiction and an eating disorder. But through it all, she’s foun...2025-05-0652 min
Becoming is MessyBorn Into Battle: My Medical Trauma StoryI spent most of my life feeling broken.Surgeries. Scars. Surviving what no kid, what nobody, should have to survive. Trying to outrun the shame with straight A’s, secret drinking, and a smile that made it all look fine.In this episode, I share the messy, painful, beautiful truth behind my medical trauma.From a staph infection at birth that shattered my joints, to a limb-lengthening surgery, infertility, cancer, autoimmune disease and more—this is what it’s actually like to live in a body that’s always felt both like home and a ba...2025-04-2837 min
Becoming is MessyWellness Simplified: Creating Clarity, Joy, and Healing Without OverwhelmWhat happens when your body becomes the messenger your mind refuses to hear?In this deeply moving episode, Meghann sits down with Crystal Robinson—a former high-powered engineering executive turned intuitive healer and National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach. After surviving lupus, a brain tumor, and medical trauma brought on by chronic stress, Crystal redefined her life through a holistic lens. Today, she helps high-achieving women trade burnout for balance and confusion for clarity.Together, Meghann and Crystal dive into:How trauma, stress, and societal pressure manifest in the bodyThe turning point that led Cr...2025-04-2243 min
Becoming is MessyThe Power of Imperfect Action: Launching Yourself to New HeightsIf you’ve ever waited for the “perfect” moment to take action, this episode is your wake-up call. Meghann is joined by guest Allison Michels, who has spent over 15 years helping individuals and Fortune 100 companies launch bold ideas, overcome fear, and take imperfect action. From relaunching her business after a major life transition to guiding high-achieving leaders around the world, Together, Meghann and Allison dig deep into the messiness of transformation, the power of listening to your inner whisper, and why believing in yourself before you feel ready is the real secret sauce. You’ll walk away fired up...2025-04-1548 min
Becoming is MessyFrom Breakdown to Breakthrough: Healing & Self-Care Through JournalingIn this episode of Becoming is Messy, I’m joined by the incredible Shawnti Refuge, aka Journal Bae—a Master Certified Mental Health Coach, bestselling author, and founder of Shawnti Refuge Journals. After experiencing what most would call a mental breakdown, Shawnti flipped the script and reframed it as a mental breakthrough—a moment that led her to uncover the healing power of guided journaling. Now, through her journals, workshops, and coaching, she helps others release emotional baggage, silence negative self-talk, and step into true self-care.We dive into what it really means to break free from surviv...2025-04-0844 min
Becoming is MessyLeading with Soul – The Sisterhood of Authentic LeadershipIn this heart-centered conversation, I’m joined by one of my business besties and fellow soul-led leader, Cynthia Campbell. As the founder of Soul Path Leadership, Cynthia helps high-achievers redefine success on their own terms—aligning ambition with authenticity and guiding leaders to lead not just with strategy, but with soul.We dive into the messy magic of entrepreneurship, the importance of sisterhood over competition, and the story behind the creation of her business. Cynthia opens up about her own becoming journey, her signature ALIGNED Coaching Method™, and why the next evolution of leadership starts within.If y...2025-04-0146 min
Becoming is MessyMessily Ever After - Becoming Ourselves, Together.Episode 10 marks a special milestone for Becoming is Messy, as we welcome our very first guest. I couldn’t think of anyone more fitting than my person and biggest supporter — Kelly Griego.Kelly is more than just my husband. He’s a leader, an endurance athlete, a guide for persons with differently abled bodies, an advocate for inclusion, the best dad I know, and the kind of partner who shows up—fully, patiently, and without judgment.In this episode, we pull back the curtain on what it really means to navigate life’s messiness together—from buildin...2025-03-251h 01
Becoming is MessyPass it On (Share Your Own Imperfect LEVEL UP)Episode 9 marks a major milestone for Becoming is Messy—our last solo episode before we start welcoming guests! 🎉 In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey so far, celebrating all the growth, learning, and messy magic we’ve shared.Then, we dive into the final letter of the LEVEL UP system: P for Pass It On (Share Your Own Imperfect LEVEL UP). Why does sharing our growth matter? Research shows that storytelling, mentorship, and teaching others reinforce our own learning, create ripple effects in our relationships, and even improve mental well-be...2025-03-1818 min
Becoming is MessyUnapologetically Love Your Authentic SelfWhat happens when you don’t practice self-love? You might find yourself constantly criticizing every mistake, stuck in cycles of shame and self-doubt. Maybe you say “yes” to things that drain you because you fear disappointing others. Or perhaps you resist accepting your past, believing you’ll only be worthy once you’ve “fixed” yourself. Sound familiar?In this episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re diving into real self-love—not the fluffy, feel-good kind that ignores reality, but the deep, unapologetic kind that embraces every part of who you are. We’ll explore the power of radical acceptance...2025-03-1129 min
Becoming is MessyLean Into YOUR Unique Healing NeedsWe’re diving into the next letter in our Imperfect LEVEL UP framework—the second L: Lean into Your Unique Healing Needs.Unlike the other steps in the Imperfect LEVEL UP, this one is deeply personal. Your healing journey is yours alone, shaped by your experiences, patterns, and what your mind and body are telling you. Healing isn’t one-size-fits-all, and what worked for you five years ago may not be what you need today. So, how do you figure out what’s right for you now?In this episode, we’ll explore: ✨ How to recognize si...2025-03-0421 min
Becoming is MessyEmbrace the Magic of the Universe (Yes, the Signs are for YOU!)The universe is always communicating with you—are you paying attention? In this episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re diving into one of Meghann's favorite topics: the magic of the universe. Whether you call it synchronicity, manifestation, or serendipity, the signs are real—and they’re for you.We’ll explore: 🔮 The books that shaped Meghann's belief in universal magic (The Celestine Prophecy, The Secret, Ask and It Is Given, and The Alchemist). 🔬 What science says about things like the Law of Attraction, serendipity, and our brain’s role in noticing signs. 💫 Personal stories of how embracing this mindse...2025-02-2523 min
Becoming is MessyValue the Lessons (Even the Messy Ones)In this episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re diving into one of the most transformative mindset shifts—learning to value life’s lessons, even when they’re messy (especially when they’re messy).Continuing our journey through the Imperfect LEVEL UP System, we explore the power of reframing every challenge, heartbreak, and misstep as part of your personal curriculum. What if life isn’t happening to you, but for you? What if every gut-wrenching experience is actually a lesson nudging you toward your best life?Meghann gets deeply personal in this episode, sharing intimate, life-alterin...2025-02-1832 min
Becoming is Messy🔍 Revisiting Your Inner Child: 🪞 Observing Without ShameIn this heartfelt and transformative episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re diving into the next step of the Imperfect Level Up system: E – Explore Your Inner Child as an Observer.It’s time to stop judging your younger self and start offering them the compassion they deserve. Meghann gets real and raw as she shares her own journey of forgiveness—from carrying shame about her past to seeing her younger self through a softer, kinder lens.We’ll unpack: 💡 The psychology behind observing your childhood without judgment. 💡 Why separating what happened from the story you’ve told your...2025-02-1117 min
Becoming is MessyYour Inner Voice is Wise 🦉 (Your Inner Critic is Just Loud)Your inner critic? Yeah, it’s time to fire them. No severance package, no farewell party—just a swift and decisive “You’re done here.”In this episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re diving into the first letter of the Imperfect LEVEL UP system: L – Let Your Inner Voice Lead. But before we can trust that inner wisdom, we have to understand why trauma survivors struggle with self-trust in the first place. Spoiler alert: It’s not your fault.We’ll break down the science of self-doubt, unpack why trauma rewires our brains to be way too hard on...2025-02-0314 min
Becoming is MessyThe Imperfect LEVEL UP: How Trauma Glitches the Game of Life 🎮Ever feel like life is a game, but you spawned on Hard Mode with zero instructions? Same. In this episode of Becoming is Messy, we’re breaking down why the world feels extra stressful right now, how trauma rewires your brain (and not in a fun way), and—most importantly—how to take back control with The Imperfect LEVEL UP System.🔥 Here’s what we’re diving into: ✅ Why stress feels extra right now—and it’s not just you. ✅ How trauma hijacks your brain and makes adulting feel 10x harder. ✅ The Imperfect LEVEL UP System—your guide to playing the game...2025-02-0318 min
Becoming is Messy🎙️Welcome to Becoming is Messy!In this debut episode of Becoming is Messy, Meghann Dawson welcomes you into a space of authenticity, growth, laughter, and grace. Sharing her personal journey as a survivor of complex trauma, Meghann opens up about the messy, imperfect, and deeply human experiences that have shaped her life.🔥 What you’ll hear in this episode:✅ My personal journey as a survivor of complex trauma—medical, family, and identity-shifting revelations. ✅ Why healing is never about perfection (and why we need to talk about that more). ✅ My vision for this podcast: real conversations, practical tools, and a whole lot of humor...2025-02-0315 min
Sisters in StokeS2: E5- Leonie Dawson: Stoked on Creating a "F*ck Yes!" Business and LifeI had QUITE the fangirl moment when today’s guest appeared on screen, with blushing and all.
Leonie Dawson is an internationally best-selling author of the 2024 My Brilliant Year workbooks (formerly known as the Goal Getter workbooks) which have been used by over 500,000 people worldwide.
A multi-passionate entrepreneur, Leonie has generated over $14 million in revenue while only working 10 hours a week. Leonie has been recognised for her business acumen by winning Ausmumpreneur’s People’s Choice Business Coach, Global Brand & Businesses Making A Difference Awards.
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The Oscar Should Have Gone To1995The Original Movie Geek, Dylan Dawson, joins Craig and Meghann to extol or damn the 1995 Best Picture Nominees.2018-07-161h 39