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The Beauty in the MessEp. 125 You Are The CEO Of Your Own Health with Dana SherwinIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Michele talks with Dana Sherwin, a healthcare executive turned patient advocate, who brings over 35 years of experience in healthcare administration, and a deeply personal story of survival. After facing a life-threatening illness and undergoing a stem cell transplant, Dana gained a rare perspective: what it’s like to move from managing care systems to navigating them as a patient. She shares what it truly means to take ownership of your health, from asking the right questions and building stronger communication with your providers, to organizing your own...
2025-10-2944 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 124 Healing From The Inside Out with Nisha SrivastavaIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Michele talks with Nisha Srivastava, the Director of Pilates Manchester & Northwest Pilates & Yoga Centre, who brings over 30 years of experience in movement, mindfulness, and holistic health. Nisha shares her story of how physical and emotional healing are deeply connected, and how true wellness begins when we stop ignoring the signals our bodies send us. From her own challenges with stress and imbalance to decades of helping others, she explains why we can’t separate the body from the mind, and how awareness, breath, and self-compassion can tra...
2025-10-2247 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 123 You're Not Lazy: The Truth About Why We Procrastinate with Chris AbdeyIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Michele talks with Chris Abdey, a procrastination coach who helps people stop beating themselves up and start getting things done with compassion and clarity. Chris shares how procrastination isn’t about laziness or lack of discipline, it’s often your brain’s way of protecting you from discomfort or fear. Drawing from his own burnout story and years of coaching experience, Chris breaks down what’s really behind chronic delay, why motivation doesn’t work the way we think it does, and how to start creating momentum by...
2025-10-151h 03The Beauty in the MessEp. 122 When Success Isn't Enough with David LedermanIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Michele talks with David Lederman, a speaker, author, and executive coach, who helps high-achievers find real fulfillment without burning out. After years leading in the tech world, David hit a breaking point trying to live up to all the advice about how to “do it all.” Be ambitious but stay calm. Lead selflessly but take care of yourself. It sounds doable—until you actually try to live it. That struggle nearly cost him everything, but it also pushed him to find a better way. Dav...
2025-10-081h 06The Beauty in the MessEp. 121 Nobody's Coming So Create Your Own Opportunities with Arma BenoitArma Benoit has spent more than 25 years shaping stories in film, television, and now comedy. She started out producing iconic Atlanta rap videos for Outkast, Ludacris, and Goodie Mob, moved into eight seasons on The Vampire Diaries, and worked on projects like Genius: Aretha and Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis. Today, she’s also the owner of Atlanta Breakaway, the only female-owned rubber glass and breakaway bottle company on the East Coast, and a rising stand-up comic using humor to reclaim her own voice. In this conversation, Arma shares her early spark for filmmaking at age e...
2025-10-011h 06The Beauty in the MessEp. 120 Healing Out Loud with Jonathan NiziolTrigger warning: This episode discusses addiction, mental health struggles, and suicide.International model, personal trainer, and wellness advocate Jonathan Niziol joins The Beauty In The Mess to share how he turned unimaginable loss into a mission to help others. After losing his mom the day before his 21st birthday, Jonathan spiraled into alcohol and drug addiction, depression, and anxiety, until a near-death experience at 25 forced a complete reset.Now 16 years alcohol-free and 6½ years free from all substances, Jonathan opens up about the inner work that saved him, the male mental-health stigma he’s det...
2025-09-2452 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 119 How Somatic Work Frees Us From Hidden Trauma with Rachel ZehdenTrigger warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide and mental health struggles.In this deeply moving conversation, Rachel Zehden shares how profound loss became a calling to help others heal. A certified somatic attachment practitioner and life coach, Rachel opens up about losing her father suddenly and her mother to suicide while she was pregnant—then transforming that pain into purpose.We dive into somatic healing, how the body holds trauma, and what “high-functioning depression” really looks like. Rachel explains how generational trauma is passed down, why awareness is the first step to change, and ho...
2025-09-1750 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 118 The Call To Support Orphans Worldwide with April JurgensenThree unexpected phone calls. A verse in James that would not let go. A cargo van full of winter boots. That’s how April Jurgensen knew she had been called to act. As founder and executive director of The Boaz Project, April has spent more than 25 years serving orphans by strengthening caregivers and supporting whole homes instead of individual sponsorships. In this conversation, she shares the origin story, the power of trauma-informed care, the challenges of carrying heartbreaking stories, and why this work ministers to both children and the heart of God.· [00:03:05] Welcome and April’s origin stor...
2025-09-1056 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 117 Skin Care Without The Hype with Dr. MinaDr. Mary Alice Mina, Harvard-trained, double board-certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon, says skincare is whole-body care. What you eat, how you sleep, and how you manage stress show up on your skin as much as any cream. Hydration is important for overall health, but water alone won’t moisturize skin. “Clean beauty” is mostly marketing, and preservatives are necessary to prevent mold and bacteria. Stick with tested brands, be consistent, and avoid hopping from product to product.Perimenopause brings dryness and collagen loss; sleep and lifestyle matter, and HRT or topical estrogen may help. Red light therapy and ex...
2025-09-0351 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 116 Midlife Reset with James and Claire DavisJames and Claire Davis, The Midlife Mentors, reframe midlife as reinvention, not decline. They share how values shift in this season, why relationships become a catalyst for growth, and how coaching helps uncover the “script” that drives self-talk and habits. They break down behavior change into beliefs, identity, and environment, then layer in practical hormones, nutrition, movement, and mindset strategies. The message is simple and hopeful. Start with one high-leverage area, build accountability, and let small daily choices compound into energy, clarity, and purpose.2:25 Intro & backstory – journalism to caregiver magazine.4:25 “Caregiver trauma” – PTSD, missed signs, why a...
2025-08-2049 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 115 Parenting Your Parents with Anna EdmondsCaregiving is one of the toughest, most overlooked roles, often done in silence. In this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Anna Edmonds shares her journey from journalist to founder of a caregiver-focused magazine and podcast. She opens up about “caregiver trauma,” the toll of caring for a loved one, and the broken systems that make the role even harder. We cover burnout, financial strain, isolation, and the need for families to plan ahead. Anna also shares practical advice on resources, self-care, and tough conversations—reminding us there is beauty in caregiving, even in the mess.Cont...
2025-08-1345 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 114 I Persist Until I Succeed with Roya MattisIn this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, intuitive healer and certified coach Roya Mattis shares how five pivotal turning points shaped her 25-year journey mentoring entrepreneurs. Roya explains how subconscious rewiring, energetic alignment, and body-mind-soul integration can unlock deep healing, success, and personal power.She dives into overcoming burnout, reframing failure, reclaiming feminine energy, and collapsing time through intuitive and practical breakthroughs. Whether you’re craving peace, purpose, or transformation, this episode is a powerful reminder that your next breakthrough starts within.🔑 [02:10] The “never fail” formula: Get up one more time than you f...
2025-08-0648 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 113 You Can't Pour From An Empty Cup: A Wellness Wake-Up Call with Sarina HelenIn this soul-nourishing episode, Michele Simms welcomes holistic wellness coach and entrepreneur Sarina Helen, the powerhouse behind The Juice Parlor in Los Angeles. Sarina opens up about her decade-long struggle with burnout and how it ultimately led her to a deeper journey of self-connection, self-worth, and inner alignment. Her story is proof that we can’t pour into others until we start filling ourselves first.From green juices to mindset shifts, Sarina shares the essential tools that helped her heal—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—and now she helps other women do the same through her holistic coachi...
2025-07-3051 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 112 Redefining Healing with Amy LeniusIn this powerful episode, Michele Simms sits down with Amy, a holistic healing advocate who turned her decades-long battle with chronic illness into a mission to help others align with their inner peace, self-worth, and true potential. Amy opens up about the journey from surviving to thriving and how healing the internal world impacts everything on the outside.She shares how self-awareness, holistic practices, and small daily shifts can lead to deep transformation. Whether you're dealing with illness, emotional burnout, or just trying to find your way back to yourself, Amy’s honest wisdom will resonate....
2025-07-2358 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 111 Trauma, Healing, and Finding The Urgency To Change with Blanca E. RodriguezIn this powerful episode of The Beauty in the Mess, host Michele Simms talks with Blanca E. Rodriguez, Owner/CEO of Wounded Healer, LLC. Blanca shares how early trauma—including the murder of her father, sexual assault, and generational silence—led to years of darkness, but ultimately inspired a life of healing, service, and transformation.Blanca is a holistic life coach, licensed massage therapist, Amazon bestselling co-author, and passionate speaker. She mentors through Toastmasters and volunteers with organizations like The Inner Truth Project and The Pet Cottage. Her story is a compelling reminder that no matter your...
2025-07-1652 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 110 What If The Person You Loved Most Was The One Quietly Erasing You with Mia HanksIn this gripping and courageous episode, Michele talks with Mia Hanks, a survivor of 29 years of covert narcissistic abuse. Now an author and advocate, Mia opens up about the subtle manipulation, control, and emotional gaslighting that kept her trapped in an invisible prison for nearly three decades.Through her memoir Bride Made and her growing public platform, Mia is shining a light on what so many silently endure, and showing that freedom and healing are possible. Whether you’ve been through something similar or want to better understand and support someone who has, this conversation will st...
2025-07-0939 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 109 You Can't Love Others More Than You Love Yourself with Dr. Mark A. HicksIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, Michele sits down with Dr. Mark A. Hicks, counselor, speaker, and author of Learning Love: Building a Life That Matters and Healthy Relationships That Last. With decades of experience in psychology, divinity, and human relationships, Dr. Hicks offers real, accessible guidance on how to truly love, starting with yourself.He shares his personal story of loss and renewal, along with a five-part framework for building stronger, healthier, more fulfilling connections — whether with your partner, kids, friends, or even coworkers. This conversation is heartfelt, deeply relatable, and filled wi...
2025-07-0259 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 108 What If The Most Intimate Relationship You Have Is With Yourself with Erica WiederlightIn this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Michele talks with Erica Wiederlight, confidence coach, embodiment expert, and founder of We The Light, LLC. Erica helps women go from disconnected and burned out to fully present, joyful, and confident — not through pressure or perfection, but through presence and pleasure. Erica shares how self-love can start in the middle of chaos, how pleasure is about so much more than sex, and why micro-moments of embodiment might be the most healing practice we have. Her message is loud and clear: You don’t have...
2025-06-2554 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 107 What If Fear Wasn't Something To Run From But Something to Push You Further with Utkarsh NarangIn this episode, Michele sits down with Utkarsh Narang, an executive coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of Ignited Neurons, for a deep, honest conversation about identity, fear, and fulfillment. With a background encompassing physiotherapy, content creation, and startup leadership, Utkarsh has lived many lives, and each reinvention taught him how to strip away false identities and show up with intentionality. Now, he helps others do the same. This episode explores what it means to live aligned with your values, how to embrace fear as a guidepost, and why presence — not perfection — is the...
2025-06-1834 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 106 What If Your Hair Loss Isn’t Just About Genetics or Age, But A Wakeup Call From Your Body with Saril VasquezIn this episode of The Beauty in the Mess, host Michele is joined by Saril Vasquez, a triple-certified functional medicine practitioner and the founder of Belle Organix and the Bellechanics Method.After a decade of struggling with hair loss and being told there was no cure, Saril discovered something deeper: her body was trying to speak — and hair loss was the message. The solution wasn’t in prescriptions or topicals, but in identifying the root dysfunctions and restoring her system naturally.Now, Saril helps women around the world reverse hair loss through detoxification, gut heal...
2025-06-1154 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 105 What If You Have Been Chasing The Wrong Version of Success All Along with Nina ZapalaWhat if the version of success you’ve been chasing… was never really yours?In this powerful episode of The Beauty In The Mess, host Michele sits down with Nina Zapala — award-winning hospitality professional, speaker, author, and the creator of Spiritual Personality Typing — a modern, mystical reimagining of traditional personality systems.After decades in high-powered branding and luxury travel, Nina had what she calls a “life tsunami.” Everything fell apart — and yet, everything began. Her breakdown became a breakthrough, one that led her to help women rediscover the WHO of who they really are: not socie...
2025-06-041h 20The Beauty in the MessEp. 104 The Fight That Healed Me with Tiffanee CookWhat if stepping into a boxing ring wasn’t about fighting — but about healing?In this powerful conversation, host Michele sits down with coach, speaker, personal trainer, and podcaster Tiffanee Cook to unpack how boxing — an intense, physical sport — became the unlikely catalyst for emotional healing and deep self-awareness. Tiffanee opens up about childhood trauma, identity, the power of boundaries, and how vulnerability became her true strength — inside and outside the ring. [02:35] – Introduction to Tiffanee and her unexpected journey into boxing[06:30] – The first boxing match: adrenaline, ego, and awakeni...
2025-05-281h 05The Beauty in the MessEp. 103 Faith, Failure, and a Fierce Comeback with Ryan SkinnerIn this powerful episode, Michele sits down with Ryan Skinner—financial professional, coach, and former heroin addict—who opens up about his journey through addiction, recovery, spiritual transformation, and fatherhood. From rock bottom to building a thriving business and becoming a devoted single dad to a daughter with autism, Ryan’s story is brutally honest, deeply human, and wildly inspiring. He shares how systems, service, and spirituality became the cornerstones of his success—and why mindset matters more than money.When Ryan’s not podcasting, he's diligently working as a retirement specialist. Ryan helps clients to preserve t...
2025-05-2151 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 102 Redefining Fitness After 50 with Amy VanLiew[02:10] – Welcome & IntroductionAmy’s background: From engineering to fitness coach.Her early passion for health and fitness.[05:10] – Taking the Leap into FitnessHow a Jack Canfield book sparked her new path.[09:10] – The Shift Women Over 50 Must MakeWhy traditional workouts stop working.The hidden dangers of over-exercising.[12:40] – Strength Training vs. CardioThe role of estrogen in muscle loss.Why long cardio may sabotage progress.[15:10] – Amy’s Weekly Fitness Formula2 full-body strength days (Mon/Fri)Optional core or light strength day (Wed)Cardio and fun movement (Tue/Thu/Sat)Sunday = recovery + mobility[19...
2025-05-1455 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 101 Healing from Addiction with Jo WeatherfordJo Weatherford, an addiction expert, mindset coach, and TEDx speaker, shares her personal history with addiction, starting from a childhood overshadowed by familial alcoholism to her own struggle that began at age 12. Jo discusses her journey to becoming an addiction and trauma specialist, highlighting various therapeutic methods, including somatic therapy, psychotherapeutic treatment like EMDR, and the transformative effects of plant medicines like psilocybin and ayahuasca. She underscores the importance of self-awareness, the distinction between guilt and shame, and strategies for fostering self-love and emotional sobriety. The conversation provides insight into alternative addiction treatments and practical tips for self-care and...
2025-04-3048 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 100 Surviving Against All Odds with Matt PotratzIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' guest Matt Potratz recounts his harrowing experience as a former professional snowmobile athlete who survived a life-altering avalanche in March 2009. Matt describes the extreme conditions he faced, how he was rescued, and his long road to recovery after sustaining severe injuries. Despite being declared brain dead and facing insurmountable odds, Matt made a miraculous recovery supported by faith, family, and sheer willpower. He now shares his story as a motivational speaker, emphasizing the importance of resilience, responsibility, and focusing on what one can change. His journey of overcoming physical...
2025-04-2345 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 99 Unlocking the Secrets to Fulfilling Relationships with Michelle HoffmannHost Michele welcomes relationship coach, Michelle Hoffmann, to discuss the profound intricacies of forming and maintaining healthy relationships. They delve into the importance of understanding and learning from life's messes to fast-track personal growth. Michelle shares invaluable insights into aligning core values, communication skills, and the importance of being 'relationship ready.' The conversation also covers techniques for reigniting the spark in long-term relationships and emphasizes the significance of developing a strong relationship with oneself. Michelle's journey from widowhood, sole parent and single to profound insight into human dynamics has been transformative. Having experienced the depths of...
2025-04-161h 18The Beauty in the MessEp. 98 The Journey to Self-Love and Authenticity with Hana Kabele GalaIn this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Hana Kabele Gala delves into her journey from being highly successful yet feeling miserable to discovering the importance of self-love and authenticity. As a business management professor and coach, she shares her personal story of overcoming overthinking and societal pressures to achieve true happiness with the host, Michele. They discuss the importance of addressing the subconscious mind through modalities like hypnotherapy, the transformative power of movement and nature, and the significance of creating and respecting personal boundaries. The conversation highlights the holistic approach to mental wellness, combining...
2025-04-101h 16The Beauty in the MessEp. 97 Embracing the Path of an Empath:In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes empath coach Andy Kozlowski to discuss his personal journey and professional expertise. They explore themes of transformation, mind mastery, and overcoming negative programming. Andy details his path to becoming a coach, the importance of grounding and energy pathways, and the power of faith in achieving personal goals. The conversation delves into methods for reprogramming the mind, the significance of emotions, and the impact of environment on well-being. Andy also shares insights on meditation, epigenetics, and the holistic approaches he employs in his coaching practice....
2025-04-021h 14The Beauty in the MessEp. 96 The Hidden Epidemic: Insulin Resistance with Brianne HallIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', Brianne Hall, a passionate educator on insulin resistance, shares her journey from personal health struggles to becoming an advocate. She demystifies insulin resistance, explaining its connection to various ailments such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, and migraines. Brianne discusses risk factors like high sugar diets and frequent eating, and highlights the effectiveness of intermittent fasting and a high-fiber diet in managing insulin resistance. She also shares powerful testimonials, including her own significant weight loss and her mother's health transformation. Brianne explains the benefits of Unicity's fiber matrix system and stresses the...
2025-03-2656 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 95 Your Clutter Has Meaning with Star HansenIn this insightful episode, Michele welcomes Star Hansen, a certified professional organizer and author, to discuss the emotional and psychological dimensions of clutter. Starr shares her expertise on how clutter impacts our lives, the types of clutter, and practical tips for overcoming it. The conversation dives deep into personal stories, ancestral clutter, and actionable strategies for managing both practical and activated clutter.Star Hansen is a Certified Professional Organizer (CPO©) and Clutter Whisperer on a mission to help you banish your personal Clutter Monster, take control of your stuff, and create a life you’re truly pro...
2025-03-191h 06The Beauty in the MessEp. 94 Understanding Menopause with Patrice LockhartIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele converses with Patrice, a menopause coach, who shares her personal journey and experiences with menopause. Patrice details her early struggles with sleep, weight gain, and anxiety, eventually leading to her becoming a menopause health practitioner. She discusses the physiological and psychological impacts of menopause, the role of estradiol, and the importance of menopause education. Patrice emphasizes natural remedies, diet, and lifestyle adjustments to manage symptoms effectively. The discussion also includes the importance of support from spouses and the broader need for societal education on menopause.
2025-03-1256 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 93 Harnessing the Power of the Subconscious Mind with Craig MeriwetherIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes mindset coach and clinical hypnotherapist Craig Meriwether. Craig helps people eliminate negative emotions and trauma so they can reach their full potential. We delve into Craig's personal journey through depression and anxiety, which led him to hypnotherapy as a means of healing. Craig shares insights on how the subconscious mind works, the importance of therapeutic hypnosis, and the potential for self-healing. We discuss the influence of childhood experiences, societal pressures, and negative media on our mental states. Our conversation also explores practical techniques to improve mental well-being...
2025-03-0557 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 92 Finding Resilience and Healing with Savio ClementeHost Michele welcomes Savio Clemente. Savio shares his personal journey, recounting his upbringing in India and the US and career before being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2014. He emphasizes the importance of integrating mainstream and holistic healthcare practices for recovery. Savio also highlights the emotional and mental challenges faced by cancer survivors. He discusses the significance of self-awareness, community support, and finding personal resilience and purpose post-recovery. The conversation extends to the experiences of caregivers.Savio, a TEDx speaker and Stage 3 cancer survivor, knows transformation from the inside out. Battling cancer ignited a fire within hi...
2025-02-261h 04The Beauty in the MessEp. 91 Regenerative Farming with Sander van SteeHost, Michele, interviews Sander van Stee, a farmer with aspirations of becoming a fully regenerative farmer. Sander highlights his transition from traditional commercial farming to regenerative agriculture. Sander also discusses the differences between organic and regenerative farming, the health benefits of raw versus pasteurized milk, and the economic feasibility of regenerative farming. The conversation touches upon the importance of eating whole foods, the harmful effects of processed foods, and the critical role consumers play in driving change through their purchasing choices.Sander's health started slipping. Years of neglecting sleep and recovery finally caught up to him...
2025-02-1954 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 90 Unveiling Your True Self with Elinor MosheIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes successful business owner and four-time author, Elinor Moshe. Elinor shares her profound journey from a facade of success to a spiritual and emotional awakening, highlighting the suffocations of her perceived success. She delves into the transformative process of deconstructing and reconstructing one's identity, the pivotal role of astrology, human design, and healing modalities in understanding and reclaiming the true self. The conversation explores the profound effects of societal programming, the unconscious mind, and the importance of reconnecting with one's body. Elinor also discusses the essence and...
2025-02-1259 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 89 The Blessings of Horse Rescue with Michelle TerrellJoin me, Michele, for my latest episode of The Beauty In The Mess, where I dive deep into the challenging yet rewarding journey of horse rescue with Michelle Terrell. Michelle and her husband Mike have been rescuing horses for 12 years now and have gone on to found M&M Horse Rescue, Inc. Saving horses is their passion, and they are on a mission to save as many as they can. All I can say, is you know when you are talking to someone who is truly special, and Michelle is special. She and her husband, with their huge hearts...
2025-02-0547 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 88 From Addiction to Healing and Purpose with Amanda McKoy FlanaganIn this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Amanda shares her remarkable journey from addiction and recovery to becoming a blogger, author, and podcaster. Amanda recounts her battle with addiction, getting sober in 2006 through what she describes as divine intervention, and the profound impact this has had on her life. She discusses her experiences with emotional bottoms, the principles of the 12-step recovery program, and how meditation and a spiritual awakening helped her find self-worth and purpose. Amanda's story is a testament to resilience, purpose, and the power of turning pain into a source of...
2025-01-291h 02The Beauty in the MessEp. 87 Breaking The Chains of People Pleasing with Tina O HoangIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michelle interviews Tina, a podcaster who describes herself as a 'recovering people pleaser.' Tina shares her backstory, growing up in a single-parent household and how cultural expectations led her to constantly seek approval from others. A pivotal comment from a past relationship spurred Tina to reassess her life choices and embark on a journey of self-discovery, which included confronting her inner child and making significant lifestyle and mindset changes. Tina discusses the ongoing struggle of breaking free from people-pleasing tendencies, the importance of setting boundaries, and offers...
2025-01-2248 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 86 A Journey of Holistic Health with Marnie MarmetIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele sits down with Marnie, an entrepreneur, certified holistic health coach, and author of 'My Song Unleashed.' Marnie shares her personal backstory of transitioning from a focus on outward appearance to an in-depth journey of internal transformation. The discussion explores her path from running a promotional products company to becoming a certified integrative health practitioner. Marnie emphasizes the importance of finding and trusting one's voice, especially for women who often feel unheard and unworthy. She also delves into her holistic approach to health, covering goal setting, self-care...
2025-01-1543 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 85 Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Health with Dorothy CookIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele interviews Dorothy J Cook, a stress reduction specialist who shares her personal journey of overcoming a major health crisis caused by ignored stress. Dorothy discusses the importance of addressing stress to prevent health crises and details her approach to teaching clients how to manage stress effectively. She elaborates on five key principles, including body awareness, the limbic system, identity, triggers, and stress-reducing techniques. Dorothy also highlights the significance of tiny habits, internal motivation, and the power of the mind in healing the body. The conversation touches on societal...
2025-01-081h 01The Beauty in the MessEp. 84 Embracing Transformation with Kelly KeefeIn this episode of Beauty and the Mess, Kelly Keefe shares her transformative journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a thought leader, healer, and bestselling author. She discusses pivotal moments in her life, including a lifestyle change during college and her introduction to yoga and meditation. Kelly explains her work in supporting individuals in aligning with their true purpose, the significance of maintaining integrity, and the power of our words. She also delves into overcoming fear, the importance of self-care, and trusting one's intuition. This conversation is a deep dive into living consciously and leveraging our inner power...
2025-01-0149 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 83 Healing By Releasing Trapped Energy with Jeanne RussellIn this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Jeanne Russell shares her journey of healing from chronic pain through holistic modalities such as acupuncture, crystals, and Reiki. She explains how unprocessed negative emotions can become trapped in the body, leading to physical and emotional distress. Jeannie discusses the process of releasing these trapped emotions and heart walls to restore emotional balance and physical well-being. She also talks about the importance of self-love, the challenge of overcoming ingrained belief systems, and how energy work can benefit animals. The episode sheds light on the scientific basis of energy healing and...
2024-12-1848 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 82 Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence with Shruti RustagiIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Shruti Rustagi shares her personal journey from battling self-doubt to achieving success, detailing the strategies she used to build confidence, leverage mentors, and overcome mental barriers, using psychology and neuroscience. The conversation delves into practical techniques for managing self-doubt, handling criticism, and balancing the dynamics between introverts and extroverts in the workplace. The cultural differences in professional settings is also explores and Shruti offers her insights into career transitions and building accountability. This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to overcome internal obstacles and achieve their...
2024-12-1152 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 81 From Writing Enthusiast to Influential Blogger and Podcaster with Melissa VeraIn this episode, Melissa shares her incredible journey, starting from a love for writing during her childhood, to becoming an English and Communications major in college, and eventually evolving into a multifaceted entrepreneur, mom, blogger, and podcaster. She recounts significant life milestones, including volunteering at her daughter’s school, starting and pivoting her blog, and facing family challenges including her daughter's epilepsy diagnosis and her father's illness and passing. The discussion delves deep into themes of personal growth, resilience, faith, and the importance of authenticity and forgiveness. Melissa also touches on her experiences navigating multicultural family dy...
2024-12-0458 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 80 Overcoming Menstrual Inequity with Celeste MergensIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele sits down with Celeste Mergens, a renowned author and thought leader, who shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood poverty to becoming a global expert in menstrual and reproductive health. Celeste discusses the profound impact of period poverty on girls and communities worldwide and introduces her organization, Days for Girls, which provides sustainable menstrual health solutions. She also delves into personal narratives about dealing with trauma, the importance of mental and emotional well-being, and how little actions can lead to monumental societal changes. Tune in to explore how...
2024-11-2755 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 79 Finding Happiness and Self-Love with Tina EnglischIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes Tina, Austria's Pioneer Relationship Coach & Dream Life Mentor who shares her unique journey from professional sports to relationship coaching. Tina discusses her pursuit of happiness, beginning with a transformative experience in the Dominican Republic and Cuba, where she learned the essence of true happiness that is not tied to material possessions. She emphasizes the importance of self-love and holistic living, blending old school wisdom with modern strategies. Tina provides practical advice on how to shift mindsets, create positive habits, and set a holistic foundation for a fulfilling...
2024-11-2048 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 78 Cultivating Change and a Positive Mindset with Becky UpchurchIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Becky Upchurch, a mindset coach, shares her journey from being an educator to becoming a life coach. She discusses the importance of setting realistic goals, the misconceptions about motivation, and the strategies for creating sustainable changes in life. Becky emphasizes the significance of starting small and building momentum, the power of commitment over motivation, and the impact of mindset on achieving goals. She also touches on the challenges of setting boundaries, dealing with guilt, and transforming negative life events into sources of clarity and motivation. Becky offers practical tools...
2024-11-1254 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 77 Navigating Divorce & Family Law with Empathy with Elizabeth Douglas, ESQIn this episode, Michele interviews Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ, an award-winning divorce and family law attorney and speaker. Elizabeth shares her lifelong passion for law, transitioning from corporate litigation to divorce and family law to forge a deeper connection with her clients. She discusses the challenges and rewards of her work, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and holistic support for individuals going through divorce. Elizabeth also highlights the significance of self-care, mental health support, and the pivotal role of prenuptial agreements. The conversation touches on complex cases, modern family dynamics, and fostering self-love post-divorce. Elizabeth's commitment to helping clients...
2024-11-0637 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 76 Mastering Personal Branding with Annie Margarita YangIn this comprehensive episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele delves into the world of personal branding with financial expert and author, Annie Margarita Yang. The discussion spans Annie's journey from avoiding student loans to becoming a bestselling author, highlighting the importance of personal branding. Tips for curating a robust online presence, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn, are shared. The episode also explores strategies for maintaining a consistent and authentic brand across all social media, emphasizing storytelling and authenticity. Annie and Michele tackle topics such as the challenges in personal branding like receiving...
2024-10-3039 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 72 Overcoming Patterns of Trauma & Stress with Krissy LovemanIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele interviews Krissy Loveman, a trauma-informed life coach. Krissy shares her journey from growing up in a conservative, fundamentalist environment to dealing with chronic pain and burnout. She discusses the pivotal moments and transformative practices, such as Jungian psychology and feminine movement pole dancing, that led her to become a life coach. Krissy helps people build confidence and reclaim their power over anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing. She coaches the conscious and unconscious mind to rewire neural pathways that create deep, lasting change. A self-described "psych n...
2024-09-2548 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 71 From Having MS to Becoming A Weightlifting Champion with Kim RahirIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kim, a health coach for middle-aged women, who shares her compelling backstory. Kim, a former journalist, opens up about her global travels, her battle with a severe autoimmune disease leading to multiple sclerosis (MS), and her transformative journey to reclaim her life through strength training. She discusses the physical and mental benefits of weightlifting, the challenges of living with MS, and how she became a European weightlifting champion. Kim also offers insightful advice on small daily habits, the importance of proper nutrition, and the empowering nature...
2024-09-1850 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 69 Creating Healthier Relationships with John KennyIn this episode, Michele welcomes John Kenny, an award-winning relationship coach and founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching. John shares his journey from an early role as a confidant among peers to a firefighter, and ultimately pivoting to coaching after discovering a passion for psychotherapy. They discuss the critical impact of early relationships on adult relational dynamics, the role of self-belief in attracting healthy relationships, and techniques for overcoming self-sabotage. John also highlights his book 'The People Program,' his documentary 'Forget Me Not: The Child You Left Behind,' and his approach to therapeutic coaching.In...
2024-09-0456 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 67 Kari Schwear's Journey Out Of The Gray AreaIn this heartfelt episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kari Schwear, a coach and author. Kari delves into the concept of gray area drinking, where individuals are neither social drinkers nor alcoholics but struggle with moderate alcohol use. Kari emphasizes the importance of individuals regulating their emotions and to make lasting changes. She also shares insights on the transformative power of breathwork and the integral role of faith in her journey.Kari is an Executive Lifestyle Gray Area Coach specializing in the many gray areas we have in our lives, particularly...
2024-08-2154 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 61 The Journey From Anxiety to Healing with Dr. Symeon RodgerThe Journey from Anxiety to Healing with Dr. RodgerIn this episode of 'Beauty in the Mess,' Michele welcomes Dr. Rodger, a best-selling author who specializes in personal transformation. Dr. Rodger shares his backstory, revealing a troubled childhood affected by anxiety, and explains how practices like Tai Chi and Qigong helped him overcome his struggles. They delve into the differences between Tai Chi and Qigong, discuss the significance of proper breathing and posture, and touch on techniques for mental and physical healing. The conversation also explores the concepts of willpower, habit formation, and the power...
2024-07-1050 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 60 Healing from Chronic Dieting and Emotional Eating with Tracy DesjardinsIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes Tracy Desjardins, a coach who helps women heal from chronic dieting and emotional eating. Tracy shares her personal journey, starting from her early struggles with dieting and binge eating to her eventual aha moment in her late forties. She discusses the importance of telling one's food story, mindfulness, discovering personal values, and building a balanced relationship with food. Tracy talks about her five-step healing pathway, the importance of rejecting diet mentality, and fostering self-acceptance and compassion. The episode delves into practical tips for managing cravings, food boundaries...
2024-07-0300 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 59 Melding Neurocoaching with Functional Medicine with Cristy MurrayMelding Neurocoaching with Functional Medicine with Cristy MurrayIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele welcomes Neurocoach, Cristy, who shares her journey from being an infertility survivor to becoming a health coach specializing in helping women overcome generational trauma and narcissistic relationships. Cristy delves into neurocoaching tactics used to rewire the brain’s responses to deep-rooted beliefs and behaviors passed down through generations. She explains the tools and methods, like the STEPDAR process and brain priming, which help clients reshape their emotional and physical responses to achieve a healthier mindset. Additionally, Cristy di...
2024-06-2657 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 58 Navigating Personal Growth with Jill WrightIn this episode of 'The Beauty In the Mess,' host Michele welcomes Jill Wright, a multi-faceted author, speaker, and podcaster. Jill shares her inspiring journey from a corporate hospitality career to becoming an entrepreneur during the pandemic, all while dealing with postpartum depression and her child's autism diagnosis. The conversation dives deep into personal development, living authentically, and breaking free from comfort zones. Jill discusses practical tools like goal setting, time management, and mindset work. The episode also touches on the importance of self-care for moms, boundary setting, and using energetics to one's advantage. Learn about Jill's book...
2024-06-1934 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 55 The Journey of Alzheimer's and Dementia Advocacy and Insights with Marianne SciuccoThe Journey of Alzheimer's and Dementia Advocacy and Insights with Marianne SciuccoIn this episode, Michele interviews Marianne Sciucco, a nurse, author, and podcaster with a strong advocacy for Alzheimer's and dementia patients. Marianne shares her personal story of how her Aunt Gilda's battle with Alzheimer's inspired her career in nursing and eventually writing. She discusses her novel 'Blue Hydrangeas', which centers on a couple dealing with Alzheimer's, and the importance of accurately diagnosing dementia. Michele and Marianne explore the benefits of heart-healthy diets, social engagement, and the critical role of self-care for caregivers. Additionally, Marianne...
2024-06-1954 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 38 Exploring Gambling Addiction & Recovery with Bobbie MalatestaI am excited to welcome Bobbie Malatesta to The Beauty In the Mess. Bobbie is on a mission to change the way people do social gambling addiction recovery. Bobbie talks about overcoming adversity, alcoholism, loss, and gambling addiction recovery. Her vision is to create a chain of Recovery Playgrounds. They will provide entertainment, amusement park styles where there is no gambling, drinking, drugs, or children allowed. She wants to encourage adults to play again and help remove the stigma around addiction. She also strives to bring awareness to how few gambling addiction recovery centers there a...
2023-09-201h 12The Beauty in the MessEp. 37 Achieving Fitzness with Fitz KoehlerI am excited to welcome Fitz Koehler to The Beauty In the Mess. Fitz is on a mission to help people become fit before they hear a horrible diagnosis or something bad happens. She speaks about the 4 pillars of fitness, proficiency, strength, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and balance that people need to become truly fit as well as many other topics. As Fitz says, if you can’t do five pushups, but you can run a marathon, that doesn’t mean you are fit. Fitness not only affects your body, but your brain as well so it is extremely important. Join...
2023-08-3042 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 36 Navigating Behavioral Change with Rita TattersallToday, I’m happy to welcome Rita Tattersall back to The Beauty In the Mess. Rita was my first guest on The Beauty In The Mess. If you want to hear Rita’s personal story, please refer back to episode 3. Rita’s journey is unique: she struggled with substance use disorder and now uses her experience to help others who are facing the same problems she faced. She also counsels couples and helps people find and live their God-given purpose. We focus on behavioral change and the additional ingredients necessary for long term change as well. W...
2023-08-161h 13The Beauty in the MessEp. 35 When You Find Out Rock Bottom Has a Basement with Kevin PalmieriIn this episode Kevin Palmieri shares his knowledge and wisdom concerning overcoming depression, failures, and even suicidal ideation. So at this time I want to give a Trigger Warning because In this episode, we will briefly touch on suicide and/or suicidal thoughts during this discussion. If this may trigger extreme emotional distress for you, you should skip today’s episode. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline immediately, which is available 24 hours a day at 1-800-273-8255. Kevin talks about how in his 20’s, he ha...
2023-08-0255 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 34 Overcoming Adversity with Tyerra DrakeIn this episode Tyerra Drake is sharing her knowledge and wisdom concerning overcoming adversity. Tyerra shares some of her childhood struggles. She grew up in a small town and along with some family struggles, she lost her confidence and then her voice. She has learned many things along the way such as creating boundaries.Join me for Episode 34 of The Beauty in the Mess called, Overcoming Adversity with Tyerra Drake. Tyerra is on a mission. She has used her struggles and her experiences, grew from them, and now uses the voice God gave her start her own...
2023-07-1941 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 33 Overcoming ADHD with Avigail GimpelIn this episode Avigail Gimpel is sharing her knowledge and wisdom concerning overcoming ADHD. Avigail shares some of her family’s struggles with ADHD. She also covers the symptoms and the diagnoses of ADHD and what it all means. If you or a family member has ADD or ADHD, you should definitely have a listen.Avigail talks about how ADHD is really just a clash of a healthy person with their environment, how to sort out and eliminate triggers, and that the medicines prescribed don’t come without their own long term ill effects. Your child can...
2023-07-0653 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 32 Mastering Public Speaking with Brenden KumarasamyIn this episode Brenden Kumarasamy is sharing his knowledge and wisdom concerning mastering the art of public speaking. Brenden shares some of his own struggles with public speaking. He also mentions that before him there were no free resources online to help.Brenden is very generous in giving tips and tricks to get better at public speaking whether it is for a Facebook or Instagram Live, YouTube, or a presentation at work.Hi, I am Michele Simms, your host. I am just a regular person who along with my family have had our...
2023-06-2140 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 31 Alternative Methods of Healing with John GiordanoIn this episode John Giordano and I discuss alternative methods of healing. First, please note John and I are not doctors or nurses. This episode does not offer medical advice. Please consult your doctor before making any lifestyle changes or health care decisions. John grew up in the South Bronx in an almost mafia-style family. His journey unfortunately also includes a lot of his childhood without his dad, abuse, and drug and alcohol addiction, among many other issues. He is now a light in the world helping countless ot...
2023-06-071h 03The Beauty in the MessEp. 30 Beyond Dieting with Breann BearIn this episode Breann Bear is sharing her wisdom of how to truly lose weight and keep it off, once and for all. Breann got tired of her weight being like a yo-yo. She has dealt with disordered eating, anorexia, and bulimia along with addictions. Her lifetime of ups and downs led to many periods of losing and then regaining the weight. At one point she ended up with 120 pounds to lose.Breann got determined to do it once and for all. She did the research and figured out what worked for her lifestyle and her...
2023-05-2449 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 29 The Importance of Self-Esteem with Clarissa BurtThis episode is about Clarissa Burt sharing her wisdom of how to truly cultivate a healthy self-esteem. Clarissa learned lack of self-esteem from her mother and grandmother. They were both beautiful women who hadn’t really been taught to value themselves. Her mother hated having her picture taken because she had become what she felt was the black sheep of the family, and her mother, Clarissa’s grandmother had almost died trying to lose weight because she didn’t feel she was enough.Clarissa has an exceptional background. She is a producer, director, writer, author, public speaker, former...
2023-05-1043 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 28 Practicing Self-Care with Kate HesseThis episode is about Kate Hesse sharing her wisdom of how to truly practice self-care and the difference between self-care and self-work. Kate learned the hard way after feeling so much pressure at work that she would have to shut the door, curl up under her desk, and cry at the end of each day. Kate realized that something needed to change. In this episode, Kate discusses how to set healthy boundaries and the importance of having them as well as how to quiet your inner critic and even change what it says to you and why this is...
2023-04-2652 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 27 Fighting a Dragon Named Schizophrenia with Matthew DicksonTrigger Warning: In this episode, we will briefly touch on suicide and/or suicidal thoughts during this discussion. If this may trigger extreme emotional distress for you, you should skip today’s episode. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline immediately, which is available 24 hours a day at 1-800-273-8255. This episode is about Matthew Dickson’s journey. Matthew went off to college like a lot of young folks do, and he even biked cross country through Canada in the middle of his freshman year, but he...
2023-04-1255 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 26 Healing to Find Your Purpose with Michele LutzThis episode is about Michele Lutz’s journey. Michele knew that she needed to heal from childhood wounds including moving 34 times and the abuse she was subjected to from a narcissistic partner. She went on a healing journey so that she could fulfill her purpose in life which is helping others heal so they can find their purpose too. Michele invested in her personal development by becoming a Jack Canfield certified success trainer, Reiki master, podcaster, and author. She is also trained in RIM essentials, yoga, sound healing, and essential oils. She i...
2023-03-2933 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 25 Transform Yourself by Empowering Others with Michael A NittiTrigger Warning: In this episode, we will briefly touch on suicide and/or suicidal thoughts during this discussion. If this may trigger extreme emotional distress for you, you should skip today’s episode. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline immediately, which is available 24 hours a day at 1-800-273-8255. This episode is about Michael Nitti’s journey. Michael has had his share of ups and downs like any of us. Early in life he found himself facing divorce after his wife ran away with his be...
2023-03-1558 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 23 Take a Leap in Fabulous with Donna BrownThis episode is about Donna Brown’s Journey. Donna spent a lot of her life saying no to things and sitting on the sidelines watching life pass her by. She was stuck due to feeling unworthiness and not being good enough.One day, after hours of her kids begging her to dive off a cliff, she said yes because she didn’t want to have one more regret in life. She came back out of the water with her fist in the air, yelling, I did it!! In that moment, her sense of pride, courageousness, and conf...
2023-02-2223 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 22 From the South Bronx to a Multimillionaire and Everything in Between with John GiordanoThis episode is about John Giordano’s Journey. First, this is not an episode that you should play if young children can hear. There are many topics that are not kid appropriate.John grew up in the South Bronx in an almost mafia-style family. His journey unfortunately includes a lot of his childhood without his dad, sexual abuse, drug and alcohol addiction, and even sex addiction. He had business partners turn against him as well later in life. However, most importantly it is a story of triumph. With God’s help, John is now...
2023-02-151h 02The Beauty in the MessEp. 21 Mastering Your Mindset with Amy SandersThis episode is about Amy Sander’s Journey. After an unhealthy marriage and subsequent divorce, Amy found herself a broke, single mom. After she hit rock bottom, she made some drastic changes in her life and turned it all around. She now has 9 businesses and is a self-made multimillionaire.Amy’s mission is to help other women find their purpose in life and expose their strengths so that they can have the best possible life. She is a huge advocate of mindset work.Amy is an entrepreneur many times over as well as a ce...
2023-02-0147 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 20 Navigating a Pretty Divorce with Marie MosleyThis episode is about Marie Mosley sharing her experience of surviving a toxic and abusive relationship for 25 years and moving beyond that relationship. She is a wife, mother, and grandmother and is eager to help other women going through similar struggles. Marie talks about setting boundaries, inviting God into your life, forgiveness, among other things. She also mentions the first step in your healing journey should be an inventory of your own life. Many times we don’t give ourselves credit for what we have already accomplished in life. Seeing what you have already done, can help motivate and pr...
2023-01-1849 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 19 Shedding Aggressive Behavior with Bernadette BoasThis episode is about Bernadette Boas sharing her experience of having the perfect job, title, income, and even some power, but then, in a twist of fate, losing it all. Bernadette could have chosen to give up, or even try to carry on as a very aggressive and negative leader, but instead she chose to dig deep within herself and face her flaws and her insecurities. She learned how to shift her mindset to become a gentler, kinder leader and ended up becoming even more successful.Simply known as a ‘ball of fire’, Bernadette Boas is a Tr...
2023-01-0447 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 18 Building Confidence with Jeanine GraysonThis episode is about Jeanine Grayson sharing her wisdom of how even small mindset shifts can lead to big change in your life. Jeanine also talks about how you can get unstuck in life, how to change your beliefs to change your life, how perfectionism can lead to failure, steps to building confidence, overcoming limiting beliefs, and the importance of setting boundaries. One thing she stresses of ownership of where you are in life, and understanding that you are the only one that can really effectively change where you are in life. Jeanine covers so much in this episode...
2022-12-2146 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 17 Taking One Step with Dr. Nicole BradfordThis episode is about Dr. Nicole Bradford sharing her wisdom of taking one step or one day at a time to achieve what you really want in life. Dr. Bradford discusses how what you say to yourself can either lead you closer to your goals or push you further away. You have the power to change the situation you are in. By taking one step or one day at a time, what you want in life is available to you.Dr. Bradford tells you how to set 3 goals for yourself as well as 8 strategies for life...
2022-12-0731 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 16 Kevin's Last Walk with Barry AdkinsThis episode is about Kevin’s Last Walk with his dad, Barry Adkins. Barry’s story is about a father who lost his son from alcohol poisoning and who has been on a journey to find the meaning in that loss and turning that horrible experience into something wonderful or something “good” as Barry would say. Barry carried his 18-year-old son’s ashes in a backpack 1400 miles on foot to lay him in his final resting place and also bring attention to the dangers of alcohol poisoning. He has been educating people and saving lives ever since his son’s death....
2022-11-2342 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 15 Making Fear Your Ally with Urmi HossainThis episode is about conquering fear and finding your true identity with Urmi Hossain. Urmi is a Bengali girl who was born and raised in Italy and has since relocated to Canada. She has struggled with identity problems and had to overcome a lot of fears along the way.Have you ever thought about how much fear holds you back from doing what you are meant to do? Is fear a big hurdle in your life? Have you ever thought your fears could become your assets in life? If not, you should listen to what Urmi...
2022-11-0927 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 14 Living An Extraordinary Life with Terry TuckerThis episode is about living an uncommon and an extraordinary life with Terry Tucker. Maybe you can relate to this? Have you ever asked yourself if there is more to life than this? Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is? And maybe even more importantly, have you ever thought, I can’t handle much more? If you have pondered these questions, and even if you haven’t, you should listen to the experiences that Terry has encountered, and the knowledge and wisdom he has to share. Terry is not only living an uncommon and extraordinary life, but...
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Finally Free PodcastBONUS EPISODE: Trauma, Control and Undiagnosed Eating Disorders with Michele SimmsThis is a recycling of a guest spot. I had the pleasure of speaking with Michele Simms, host of The Beauty in the Mess podcast.
Michele Simms is a Christian, wife, and mother of 4 along with two furbabies. She is a toolmaker by trade, a database Administrator, and a Professional Maintenance Co-Lead at a large automotive facility by day. She and her family have had many significant health issues over the years, and in 2021, she felt a nudge from God to start her podcast, The Beauty in The Mess, in order to share others' wi...
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Making it After 40Michele Simms - Acceptance of YourselfSend us a textIn this episode, Lisa chats with Michele Simms, who is best known as the Carvana Mom from her 2022 Superbowl Commercial. Michele is a wildly talented character actor and she's just getting started. Lisa and Michele chat about overcoming depression, the challenge of moving to Los Angeles without a built-in network and how finding her community in improv really grounded her. Michele is funny and so incredibly sweet. It was a delight having her on the show.Links:Follow the show on Instagram at @makingitafter40Follow Lisa Rodriguez...
2022-10-181h 00The Beauty in the MessEp. 13 Recovering from Eating Disorders with Alana VandersluysRecovering from Eating Disorders with Alana Vandersluys Today’s episode is dedicated to the recovering from eating disorders. How do you change your mindset? Change your relationship with food and control?I’m joined by Alana Vandersluys who is happy to share her own journey from 3 undiagnosed eating disorders to becoming a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. She had orthorexia, binge eating disorder, and body dysmorphic disorder and now she is helping others change their relationship with food. Alana is also an author and a speaker.Tune in to this 13th epi...
2022-10-1230 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 12 Overcoming the Hurdles to Entrepreneurship with Aurora BurkhartOvercoming the Hurdles to Entrepreneurship with Aurora Burkhart Today’s episode is dedicated to the journey of entrepreneurship. How do you make those first steps and overcome fear and doubts?I’m joined by Aurora Burkhart who is happy to share her journey. When she first started out she limited herself because of not only her fears but other peoples’ doubts that she could make her dreams come true. She started on a path of personal development and ended up starting her own business, inventing a new product, and changing the course...
2022-09-2829 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 11 Sometimes the Biggest Loser is the Biggest Winner with Megan HoffmanSometimes the Biggest Loser is the Biggest Winner with Megan Hoffman Today’s special guest is Megan Hoffman from the USA’s Biggest Loser. She was the At-Home Winner of the show’s reboot season in 2020. She is a model, Keynote Motivational Speaker, and Author who primarily focuses on Personal Development, Health & Wellness, and Body Positivity. She has been a leader in the Fitness Industry for over a decade and after overcoming her own weight loss battle has made it her life’s passion to help other break free from self-imposed limitations. She has been feat...
2022-09-141h 12The Beauty in the MessEp. 10 Honoring the Life and Promise of Ed Carney with Cheryl CarneyHonoring the Life and Promise of Ed Carney with Cheryl Carney Today’s episode is dedicated to remembering the life journey of Ed Carney, a dedicated follower of Christ and a self-proclaimed “dirty dog sinner saved by grace.” Ed spent much of his life sharing his testimony with others and leading many to Christ, keeping a promise to God that he made long ago in prison. He had told God, while in prison, that if God would forgive him for everything he had done wrong, he would serve Him for the rest of his life. E...
2022-08-3135 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 9 Removing the Veil with Stacy HendersonRemoving the Veil with Stacy Henderson Unfortunately, many people have come from a place of abuse or neglect in their lives. Stacy, who with God’s help, is now working through and overcoming her past, is now helping others transform their lives.I’m joined by Stacy Henderson, who is a Christian woman who has worked in the healthcare field for the past 20 years. She has 3 children, 2 stepchildren, and makes her home in Anderson, IN, with her husband Brent. She has created a blog called Women Unveiled on Facebook where she shares stori...
2022-08-1738 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 8 The Art of Parenting Adult Children with Lori BadryThe Art of Parenting Adult Children with Lori Badry Many of us have children who are now adults or will be before we know it. There is a difference in how you parent your children when they are minors versus how you parent them as adults. The role you play in their lives, whether we like it or not, changes. It must change.I’m joined by Lori Badry, who is a Christian woman with a wonderful husband, 3 adult children, and 3 beautiful grandchildren. Education was her career of choice as she was a t...
2022-08-0337 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 7 Expanding Your Comfort Zone with Stephanie OdenExpanding Your Comfort Zone with Stephanie Oden Many of us are introverts. From a business perspective, the world requires that you put yourself out there as far as social media all other sorts of interactions.I’m joined by Stephanie Oden, who is an entrepreneur, a life and business strategist, an author, an engineer, a Certified Results Coach and a Certified Success Principles Trainer as well as a successful Network and Affiliate Marketing Professional. In addition, she is a self-professed introvert who extroverts really well.She found herself with the life she...
2022-07-2042 minThe Beauty in the MessEp. 6 Using Art to Cope With Mental Health Struggles With Jennifer MazurUsing Art To Cope With Mental Health Struggles With Jennifer Mazur Mental health struggles such as ADD, anxiety, and depression are issues that many people from childhood to adulthood have to deal with. People learning to cope with these conditions can sometimes be stigmatized or end up feeling shame about their conditions. With Covid, it has increased the wait times for people who are seeking help with these struggles. That is why the importance of having alternative avenues is vital.Today, I’m glad to be joined by Jennifer Mazur, a men...
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