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Self-criticism gets in the way of the best of us. And learning how to change our mindset from 'Can I?' to 'I can!' sometimes takes a big kick in the pants... like a pandemic. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Tina Bakehouse about how she went from a mindset of 'Can I?' to a mindset of 'I can!' A storyteller, former Disney Cast Member, and passionate communication educator with over 20 years of experience, Tina Bakehouse protects audiences from boring speeches. Whether in her signature coaching programs or engaging workshops, Tina helps women find their authentic speaker style. Connect with Tina here: https://www.tinabakehouse.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Stepping into a space of self-acceptance can be challenging. It takes unlearning the things that do not serve you and changing your self-perception. It takes moving through depression, anxiety and at times, even suicidal thoughts to discover who you truly are. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Ashley Van Brabant about how she learned change her self perceptions and find self-acceptance. Ashley Van Brabant is a Belief Re-patterning Practitioner, founder of The Adventurous Spirit, and creator of the Unlearn & Uplevel program. Growing up in rural Alberta, she was a sensitive soul with a passion for horses, nature & spirituality. Now, she is a transformative spirit standing for equality, leadership, hope, and adventure. On any given day, you will find her with her horses, snowboarding, or having hard conversations about environmental, social, and political issues. Connect with Ashley here: https://www.ashleyvanbrabant.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Overcoming self-sabotage is a hard lesson for many. When present in our lives, we end up sabotaging relationships, opportunities and the good things in life simply because we do't believe that we deserve them. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Kimberly Love about how she overcame self-sabotage and eliminated the fear driving it. Kimberly Love is CEO of Viking Queens, radio how and author. A survivor of abuse, she works to build strong women who want to live out their dreams. Connect with Kimberly here: www.vikingqueens.com Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Overcoming shame, guilt and unhealthy coping mechanisms linked to self-sabotage and fear can take years. Its a process of unraveling the suppressed emotions and feelings that lay dormant within you. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Lisa Drennon about how she learned how to overcome shame and guilt and begin to live life differently. WARNING: This episode contains a discussion around molestation, abortion and narcissistic relationships. Lisa Drennon was born and raised in Rochester NY. A loyal wife, mom, and friend, she loves to volunteer and help wherever she is needed. She started her virtual coaching business as a Certified Oola Life Coach and Certified Aroma Freedom Practitioner and has helped hundreds of women surrender self-sabotage that keeps them stuck in fear so they 10x their life. Connect with Lisa here: https://lisadrennon.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

The link between procrastination, perfection and people-pleasing is rarely spoken about and yet, is a major block for many women. Overcoming this involves learning to prioritise and practice radical self-care, which can pose its own challenges. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Kelly Myerson about how she discovered the link between procrastination and perfectionism on her way to radical self-care. Kelly is an author, speaker, coach, and sleep expert who will cultivate space for you to emerge from stress and overwhelm to lead and savor the life of your dreams. As an occupational therapist, Kelly has over 20 years of experience specializing in sensory integration techniques. Her background in occupational therapy provides a unique perspective on development and the human condition. She helps overwhelmed working moms light up the world by taking them from burned out to radiating joy. Connect with Kelly here: https://beingwellwithkelly.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Whether it be childhood trauma, domestic violence or a bad parental relationship, allowing ourselves to be seen and heard is not always an easy thing to do. Especially after training yourself to 'hide from the spotlight' for so long in order to feel safe in the world. But what could happen if you released your past and allowed yourself to become visible again? On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Lynn Coleman about how she found the courage to allow herself to become visible again after fleeing a toxic relationship. Lynn Coleman helps online trainers, coaches and healers to create and grow their epic business with copywriting, coaching and tech. Certified Master Persuader and best-selling co-author of 'Women like me: Stories of courage and resilience', she helps female entrepreneurs feel more at home in the spotlight, take their space and take charge in their business. Connect with Sharon here: https://yourepicbusiness.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Being able to speak up for what you want and need is not always an easy thing to do. We spend our childhoods seeking our parents approval and, when not resolved, we take this into our relationships too. And the whole time... we are abandoning ourselves. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Sharon Costanzo about how she found the courage to speak up for what she wanted and needed in life. Sharon Costanzo is an engineer, relationship coach, wife, and mom. As a child, she learned that striving for perfection at all times was the way to earn love and approval. Now she's on a mission to help other women free themselves and speak up for what they want and need. Connect with Sharon here: https://sharoncostanzo.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

Staying true to yourself in a world that constantly wants you to be someone else is no easy task. And yet, once we unravel the expectations of others and become relentlessly ourselves, life becomes full of meaning and purpose. On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Evelien van Es about how she found the courage to unravel who she is and stay true to herself. Evelien van Es is an international business & life coach, sparring partner, speaker and the published author of Be Relentlessly Yourself. Her passion is to inspire and help her clients achieve tangible results from the heart, that last a lifetime. She works with both entrepreneurs and senior professionals that feel somewhat stuck and are often in search of fulfilment. Connect with Evelien van Es here: https://evelienvanes.com/en/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

How do you move past your past and overcome self-loathing? How do take those next steps to fully love yourself? On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Tracey Osborne, Certified Trauma Recovery Coach about how she found the courage to process her past and overcome her own self-loathing tendencies. PLEASE NOTE: THIS EPISODE MAY CONTAIN TOPICS OF A SENSITIVE NATURE. Known for her honest, open, and bold approach to womens empowerment, Tracey Osborne is a Trauma Release Coach, guiding women on their journey to move past their past and become the empowered woman they are supposed to be. As a survivor and thriver of abuse, sexual assault, and a lifetime of self-loathing, Tracey connects with women on a global scale to support them in their healing; bringing them the tools they need to move past their past and create lasting self-transformation. Her mission is to raise awareness, facilitate change and empower women to reclaim their voice and inner power. Tracey is an unstoppable role model for others. Connect with Tracey Osborne here: https://traumareleasecoaching.com/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

We all have that 'voice' in our heads and hearts whispering to us each and everyday. A knowing that guides us towards our best each and every time. But how do you learn to trust this voice when our minds and hearts are already so busy? On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews chats with Susan Jane The Intuitist, about how she has found the courage to allow intuition to lead her life. And very specifically, how this played a role in her life after studying a degree that, upon graduation, no longer existed. Susan Jane, The Intuitist, is a published author, inspirational speaker, life/business mentor and the Event Director of the Personal Growth Expo. Susan has spent over 30 years encouraging people to grow, trust and utilise their intuition to enable them to make confident decisions in line with their true core values. Connect with Susan Jane here: https://intuitivenature.com.au/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

The pandemic has left many out of work, but for some, it has ended up being a blessing in disguise. What if you could reframe the 'rejection' as a redirection towards your purpose? On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Valerie Fischer on how she overcame losing her job due to the pandemic to finding true purpose in a whole new career. Valerie Fischer is a Neuro Linguistic Programming practitioner. She has over 20 years of experience in advertising and marketing, and co-founded an e-commerce site for locally made products. She was a Chief Marketing Officer in a real estate company in 2019 but, along with millions of Filipinos last year, she was let go during the pandemic. And, as her story goes, this unfortunate incident actually saved her. It led her to her purpose. She now helps online business owners and entrepreneurs grow their revenue with Brain Science Selling. Connect with Valerie at: https://valeriefischer.net/ Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

The hardest self lesson we all have to overcome is self sabotage, but how do you identify exactly where this is playing out in your own life and then take the courageous steps towards self responsibility? On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Kali Walters on how she uncovered the different roles she was playing out in her own self-sabotage. After living a life of abuse and trauma in her childhood Kali J wanted different for her children and was determined to always be present with them. But after Kali J was pregnant with her third babe she began to realise that it was draining her being just a mum. Now Kali is a mother to five who is embracing all parts of herself: the wild, free fun and adventurous spirit that had been squashed years ago. She stands empowered for other mothers ready to take the journey back to themselves. Connect with Kali J at: Bit.ly/MPMovement Follow the #courage1000project at www.mellys.com.au

On this episode of the #courage1000project, MellyS The Story Collector interviews Linda Willow Roberts on how she overcome self-sabotage and find a way to balance the giving and receiving in life. Linda is an International Speaker, Certified Medium, Spiritual Teacher, Psychic, Clairvoyant, Certified Angel Intuitive, Reiki Master, Theta Healer, Psychometry expert, and Author. Her recent book Seven Eighths of Me and her recently released " I am a Manifestor Magical Oracle cards' were born from a combination of 30 years experience and the desire to create Manifesting tools. She has been blessed to assist clients with spiritual and life navigation. Connect with Linda at: https://lindawillowroberts.com.au/ Follow the #courage1000project at http://www.mellys.com.au/

In this episode of the #courage1000project, Shane shares his life journey of contrasts and the lessons he has learned. From being introduced to the spiritual realms at a very early age before being pressured into a mainstream religion, working in creative marketing AND also directing a funeral home, to knowing that his true purpose and calling was in teaching others to find purpose in life ALL while coming to terms with his true spiritual nature.Connect with Shane: https://www.thethirstwithin.com/What is #courage1000project?#mellysthestorycollector brings you a thought-provoking new series of heartfelt interviews, sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at bit.ly/courage1000project

In this episode of the #courage1000project, Chantal shares her story of being brought up in a violent home and the effect this had on her ability to feel safe in life because... no one believed her. From the outside looking in she was leading a wonderful life living all over the world BUT what she didn't realize was that she was struggling with fear and it would be a very long time before she was officially diagnosed as having PTSD. This is her story of hope, overcoming adversity and ultimately finding self-love.Connect with Chantal: https://unfoldyourfreedom.com.au/What is #courage1000project?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought-provoking new series of heartfelt interviews, sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at bit.ly/courage1000project

Connie shares her story to reassure others that what-ever challenges are thrown their way, they can be assured that "This too shall pass". With faith and belief in self, challenges CAN be overcome, that a diagnosis of cancer is not a death sentence ... but just that, a 'diagnosis' ... and to remember that there is much truth in the adage; "what you focus on, expands"...Connect with Connie: http://www.conniekisandersen.com.au/WHAT IS #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought-provoking new series of heartfelt interviews, sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000project

Ingrid Bayer shares her story of corporate bullying that led to her mental health decline. Fortunately for her, she was able to find the courage to rebuild herself and in the process, create an amazing new life helping others do the same.Connect with Ingrid: https://www.vainstitute.com.au/WHAT IS #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought-provoking new series of heartfelt interviews, sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at bit.ly/courage1000project

FROM CLOWN TO MARKET LEADERDean shares his story of how fear is good because it stops you doing some stupid things but how it can also hold you back from doing amazing things if you are not courageous enough to push through.Connect with Dean: http://www.thepartypeople.com.au/DeanWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThankyou to our episode sponsor 1000 Ripple Effects: http://www.1000rippleeffects.com/

THE GIFT OF BEING BROKENSally shares how she is overcoming the inner critical voice of grief by allowing herself to be broken. She is very real and raw with us in this beautiful interview as she speaks about the death of her parents and how this has impacted on her life.Connect with Sally: https://www.sallysaint.co.uk/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThankyou to our episode sponsor 1000 Ripple Effects: http://www.1000rippleeffects.com/

INSPIRING HOPE IN OTHERSVicki G has danced in the fire of life including financial loss, autism, helping people contemplating taking their own lives & bringing together 27 co-authors from all over the world to inspire hope in the lives of others. She shares her story to help others see they have everything they need already in them.Connect with Vicki: sherisesglobal.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThankyou to our episode sponsor 1000 Ripple Effects: http://www.1000rippleeffects.com/

LEARNING TO RE-LOVE MYSELFAfter a car crash illuminated just how bad her health had gotten, Celeste Lord took matters into her own hands and gave up everything she had ever known in the corporate world, in order to find herself again.Connect with Celeste: www.essentialinnersoul.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000project

THE PATH TO SOBRIETYSharon Wood very openly shares her relationship with alcohol and the journey it took to change her mindset, habits and beliefs to become sober... permanently. Connect with Sharon: https://emgoddess.com.au/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000project

CLAIMING MY SELF-WORTHWhat does it take to truly claim your self-worth and shed yourself of the toxic relationships, mindsets and emotional cycles we get stuck in? Samantha Jansen shares her story openly with us in this candid interview. Connect with Samantha: https://www.samanthajansenpublishing.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThank-you to our episode sponsor Samantha Jansen Publishing: https://www.samanthajansenpublishing.com

FROM JOBLESS TO THRIVINGAfter finding herself jobless, Kirsty shares her story about how she turned her life around and created an amazing business living her passion and the courage it took to do that. Connect with Kirsty: https://www.socialocean.com.au/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000project

SAYING NO TO SOCIAL EXPECTATIONFay Chan had the courage to say no to social, cultural and family expectations in order to follow her heart to a career that is so much more fulfilling than anything she had ever thought possible. She shares her story with us in this amazing interview.Connect with Fay: https://budgeting123.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThank-you to our episode sponsor Samantha Jansen Publishing: https://www.samanthajansenpublishing.com/

FINDING RESILIENCE WITHINToni Lontis shares what it has taken to overcome a lifetime of bullying and horrendous domestic violence, including finding out the man she was due to be married to in just 2 weeks, had been sexually abusing her daughter. Toni is a formidable woman with a heart of gold and in sharing her story she hopes to inspire you to find the resilient women within yourself. Connect with Toni: https://tonilontis.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Sharing personal stories of inner-courage from around the world to inspire you to find your own. View all episodes at: bit.ly/courage1000projectThankyou to our episode sponsor: http://radiotoni.com/

AGEING PARENTS & FACING DEMENTIAFacing the reality of ageing parents is never an easy task, but for Tracey this task become a wake-up call to the plight of all carers and set her on a path to change the lives of carers worldwide.Connect with Tracey: https://grandfamilyplanning.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be inspired to find your own wholehearted expression, action or decision as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

FROM GRIEF TO HAPPINESSAfter the death of her husband, Tessa found herself deep in grief and turning to some very unhealthy mechanisms to deal with her loss. That was until she learned one simple trick which not only pulled her out of her grief, but would transform her life and put her on the path to becoming a Happiness Pathfinder. Connect with Tessa: www.sayingyestohappiness.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

FLIPPING TRAUMA INTO LIMITLESS LIVINGAfter one fateful day where Tammy almost lost her baby boy to drowning, she realised that life was too short to be living in the rat race of life. In this interview, she explains it wasn't even a choice to make those drastic changes, it was just something that had to be done in order for her to live a Limitless Life.Connect with Tammy: www.yucan2.com.auWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

My Finn-O-Meter: Life After Stillbirth, Stacy O'BrienDownload your copy of the book 'A Kiss From an Angel' here: http://bit.ly/akissfromanangelAre you ready to share your story? www.mellys.com.au

Turning Can't Into Can with Body Positive Personal Trainer, Rachelle Clayton.Get your hands on the free download 'How to Know If Your Women's Issue is an Issue' from our Sponsor, Mee Active here: bit.ly/womenshealthbookletAre you ready to share your story? www.mellys.com.au

TRAVEL FORCES YOU INTO THE NOWShe embraced the nomadic lifestyle and never looked back! Nancy shares with us what it truly means to live life as a global traveller and some of the amazingly courageous adventures she has found herself. Connect with Nancy: https://worldglobetrotters.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. We are aiming to collect 1000 true life stories in order to inspire others to seek their own definition of courage, for we believe courage cannot be taught, but instead, must be found from within.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

GETTING BACK TO NATURE She did everything she was 'supposed' to do with her life and although she found her dream job as lawyer, there was a yearning inside of her to embrace the great outdoors. After a series of life changing events, Mijke finally found the courage to follow her heart.Connect with Mijke: http://www.onetruelife.club/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be inspired to find your own wholehearted expression, action or decision as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

REALLY QUIET & REALLY REALWhen it comes time to display courage in your life, how do you do it? How do you face what is happening with your whole heart without losing yourself in the process? As Melinda says in this interview, you get really quiet and really real with yourself. Connect with Melinda: www.melindajkelly.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

BREAKING THE CYCLEIn this episode, the energetic Medha shares how she broke the cycle of disempowerment in her life and how she now helps others to do the same. Connect with Medha: http://ishvari.com.au/2018/ Are you ready to Be Brave. Own Your Story. Inspire Others?www.mellys.com.au

HOW TRAUMA SHAPED MY LIFEAt just 6 months old, Linda stood by helplessly as her screaming baby girl was strapped to a hospital table to undergo tests and treatment for cancer. The trauma of this event created massive ripples in her life and put her on the path to not just healing her own trauma, but learning how to heal it in others. Connect with Linda: WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

BECOMING MY OWN HEROIt's hard to imagine this energetic and vibrant women being a shadow of herself, and yet that is exactly what this story is about. Leanne shares with us how her identity was almost gone 'in a puff of smoke' until she slowly became her own hero. Connect with Leanne: Lotus-energies.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

MY CALL TO ADVENTUREAfter many years in corporate, Leanne knew there had to be more and began to feel the call to adventure, a need to discover what this 'more' looked like. While standing on the top of a mountain, arms outstretched in the air, she found her freedom but little did she know at the time, that this would mark the beginning of a complete life transformation.Connect with Leanne: https://www.leanneblaney.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. We are aiming to collect 1000 true life stories in order to inspire others to seek their own definition of courage, for we believe courage cannot be taught, but instead, must be found from within.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

FROM SUICIDE TO GIFTEDAs a child, Kerrie had no psychic abilities that she can recall. However when her brother committed suicide at just 23 years old, she found herself face to face with life and death and the new found seeds of mediumship that were beginning to blossom through her grief. Not only did she have tremendous courage to face death, suicide, spirituality and her own psychic abilities... but she faced all of this with a newborn in her arms.Connect with Kerrie: http://www.kerriewearing.com/Are you ready to Be Brave. Own Your Story. Inspire Others?www.mellys.com.au

THE TIPTOE BACK TO MEShe spent her whole life pulling herself back in, containing herself to fit into everyone else's box but ever so slowly Jill found herway back to herself, all while creating a national not-for-profit women's organisation. This is a story of the greatest courage there is, the courage to truly be yourself in a world that just wants you to play small. Connect with Jill: https://www.redtentaustralia.org/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

THE CHOICE TO TURN RIGHTAfter spending most of her life in a very toxic and abusive relationship, Donna had an extraordinary experience that changed the course of her entire life. Would she turn left and get into the car or would she turn right and choose the unknown?Connect with Donna: https://www.uniquevibrations.com/WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

MY TRUTH ABOUT ADOPTION IN THE 60'S Di Riddell shares her story about why she had to put a child up for adoption in the 60's and the lack of choice she had in the matter. This is a story of a lifelong healing to reclaim her voice and find the strength within herself to reach out and find the child she had lost.If Di's story resonated with you, please connect with her and share your own story with her: www.diriddell.comAnd grab her free confidence journal here: http://bit.ly/confidencejournalbydi

MY LESSON TO SURRENDERWhen Deb first felt called to write her self help book Ignite Your Life, she never expected it to be a $40,000 lesson in surrendering to the flow of life and yet... that's exactly what it turned out to be. In this interview, Deb shares how a gift she thought she was creating to help teach others would end up being her biggest teacher.Connect with Deb: https://www.deborahtoussaint.com/Are you ready to Be Brave. Own Your Story. Inspire Others?www.mellys.com.au

FINDING MY SPIRITUAL FREEDOMCassandra shares with us how an abusive relationship kept her spiritual gifts at bay and how it wasn't until she found the courage to leave this relationship that she finally found her spiritual freedom.Connect with Cass: www.intuitivechoices.comAre you ready to Be Brave. Own Your Story. Inspire Others?www.mellys.com.au

THE SPIRITUAL SIDE OF DEPRESSIONWhat if depression was more than just a chemical imbalance in the brain? What if depression is actually caused because we are suppressing who we truly are? In this episode, Carolyn shares her own journey with depression and who she healed herself by finally honouring the truth of who she really is. Connect with Carolyn: www.empoweredhappiness.comWHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews with the #courage1000project. Through this project you will be live your own wholehearted life as you hear true stories of courage from people all over the world.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project?bit.ly/courage1000project

THE BOOGIE MAN UNDER MY BEDAs a child we all have those fears of the boogie man under the bed, but we know its just our imagination running wild. But what if it weren't? Belinda shares her story with us, about her formative teenage years and her real life 'boogie man' hiding under her bed.WHAT IS THE #COURAGE1000PROJECT?MellyS The Story Collector brings you a thought provoking new series of heartfelt interviews through the #courage1000project. Hear 1000’s of real life stories from those who dared to reclaim their courage and find the inspiration you need to reclaim your own.Are you ready to add your own story to the #courage1000project? bit.ly/courage1000project