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Rise & Thrive012 - Grounded in Growth: Dean Craig's Journey to AuthenticityJoin us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Dean Craig, exploring themes of groundedness, authenticity, and personal growth. Dean shares his journey from a young age, the lessons learned, and the importance of being present in the moment.Key Takeaways:Embrace the unknown and learn something new every day. The power of authenticity and being true to oneself. How nature and grounding practices can transform your life.Check our retreat- www.vitaledgewellnesscoaching.comđ§ Tune in now and let Dean's story inspire your own path to thriving! #RiseAndThrive #Podcast #PersonalGrowth2025-07-3144 minRise & Thrive011- Building Trust with Your Body: A Journey to Wellness with Linda BirdJoin us on Rise and Thrive as we dive into a transformative conversation with Linda Bird, a nurse practitioner with over 40 years of experience. Discover how building trust with your body can lead to lasting wellness and hear Linda's personal journey of embracing mindfulness and weight training.đ§ Listen now to learn:The ancestral roots of our physiology The importance of patience and persistence in health Practical tips for integrating mindfulness into your routineDon't miss out on this inspiring episode!#WellnessJourney #Mindfulness #HealthTransformation2025-07-2435 minRise & Thrive010- The Power of Evening RitualsIn this episode of Rise and Thrive, Scott and Melissa explore the significance of evening rituals in promoting mindfulness and self-care. They discuss personal experiences, the importance of creating a calming environment, and practical tools for better sleep. The conversation emphasizes the need to shift from a 'doing' mindset to a 'being' mindset, particularly in the evening, to foster relaxation and prepare for restful sleep. Listeners are encouraged to identify their own rituals and consider how they can enhance their evening routines for improved well-being.TakeawaysEvening rituals are essential for winding down after a busy...2025-07-1737 minRise & Thrive009- Rise, Heal, Repeat: Kevinâs Take on Conscious GrowthIn this powerful episode of Rise & Thrive, Melissa and Scott sit down with guest Kevin Tuner for a deeply meaningful conversation on what it truly means to grow with intention.From the importance of daily spiritual practice to the power of awareness and curiosity, Kevin shares vulnerable and insightful reflections on healing, emotional regulation, and shifting your inner frequency. Whether you're navigating a personal transformation or simply looking for a more grounded way to show up in the world, this episode will meet you right where you are. This episode is for you if youâve...2025-07-1043 minRise & Thrive008 - The Power of Slow, Mindful EatingIn this episode of the Vital Edge Wellness Coaching podcast, Scott and Melissa dive deep into the power of slowing downâespecially when it comes to how we eat. They unpack the role of mindfulness in our daily eating habits and explore how being more present during meals can positively impact digestion, emotional well-being, and long-term health.Together, they reflect on the challenges of breaking old patterns, the emotional triggers behind mindless snacking, and how cultural habits shape the way we relate to food. The conversation is packed with practical tips and personal insights, including how retreats an...2025-07-0328 minRise & Thrive007 - The Courage to Surrender: Finding Life After Loss with Alan LynnIn this deeply moving episode, former Marine and retired police officer **Alan Lynn** joins Scott and Melissa to share his powerful journey through personal crisis, cancer, divorce, and ultimately, rebirth. Alan opens up about facing rock bottomâconfronting suicide, battling leukemia, and losing everythingâonly to find something greater: *his true self*.From a man defined by duty and control to someone who now lives with self-love, purpose, and peace, Alanâs story is a testament to the human spiritâs capacity to heal, evolve, and thrive.đ **Top 5 Takeaways:*Our identity is not your title...2025-06-2635 minRise & Thrive006 - Navigating Inside InfluencesIn this empowering episode of *Rise and Thrive*, Scott and Melissa welcome listeners into a space of vitality, healing, and mindful living. The conversation blends grounding practices with personal growth reflections. They begin with a calming moment of mindfulness and then dive into themes around reclaiming your identity, the transformative power of movement, and the resilience that lives in each of us.This episode encourages listeners to slow down, connect inward, and find strength in small intentional practicesâreminding us that healing is not a destination but a rhythm.Key Takeaways:1. Grounding through so...2025-06-1926 minRise & Thrive005 - Healing Begins From The InsideIn this empowering episode of Rise and Thrive, Scott and Melissa welcome listeners into a space of vitality, healing, and mindful living. The conversation blends grounding practices with personal growth reflections. They begin with a calming moment of mindfulness and then dive into themes around reclaiming your identity, the transformative power of movement, and the resilience that lives in each of us.This episode encourages listeners to slow down, connect inward, and find strength in small intentional practicesâreminding us that healing is not a destination but a rhythm.Key Takeaways:Grounding through so...2025-06-1231 minRise & Thrive004 - Breath, Heal, Rise with Ava JohannaIn this powerful episode of Rise & Thrive, Scott and Melissa sit down with the inspiring Ava Johannaâmeditation teacher, spiritual guide, and founder of The Academy of Breath. Together, they explore the path to healing through breathwork, self-worth, and emotional resilience.Ava shares her personal story of breaking free from societal expectations, embracing self-care, and stepping fully into her power. Whether you're just starting your healing journey or deep in transformation, this conversation will remind you: you are worthy of feeling good.⨠Tune in and take a breath with us.đ§ Available on Spotify, Apple P...2025-06-0538 minRise & Thrive003 - Feelinâ All the StressEver feel like you're juggling 10 things at onceâand dropping most of them?In this raw and real episode, Scott & Melissa dive deep into the emotional chaos we all feel: burnout, tech headaches, adulting stress, parenting struggles, and trying to stay present in a world that wonât stop spinning.đ¨ The big takeaway? Your breath is your superpower.From mindful sighs to deep belly breaths, they walk us through how to ground ourselvesâeven in the middle of the mess.⨠Plus:đ Navigating overwhelmđ How the full moon (and life!) impact...2025-05-2931 minRise & Thrive002 - Morning RitualsIn this episode of *Rise and Thrive*, Scott and Melissa dive deep into the **transformative power of morning rituals** and how they can shape the energy, mindset, and flow of your entire day.They unpack the *science of neuroplasticity*, the benefits of **mindfulness**, and how simple habitsâlike movement, breathing, and time in natureâcan help retrain your brain and create powerful shifts in your life. The hosts also share their **personal routines**, practical tips, and an invitation to begin your own ritual practiceâstarting small, staying consistent, and trusting the process.Whether you're...2025-05-2230 minRise & Thrive001 - Rise and ThriveHey friends! đWeâre so excited to share a sneak peek of Episode 01 of our new podcast, Rise & Thrive! đżIn this episode, Melissa and I open up about why we created this show â to build a space where we can talk about mindfulness, holistic health, and the real stuff that helps us not just survive⌠but thrive.We dive into:đ§ââď¸ Why mindfulness is the foundation of well-being𼌠How functional movement and nutrition fit into the big pictuređł The healing power of nature and slowing downđĽ Burnout, life changes, and why...2025-05-1529 min