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Welcome to the Pursuit of Purpose Podcast hosted by Melissa Keh Bareham, a Purpose + Business coach, world traveler, and creative, whose mission is to empower others to boldly live life in their truest calling! Get ready to go deep into purpose, business, mindset & manifestation, personal growth, travel, empowerment, spirituality and more - all delivered with a rawness and authenticity that'll challenge and support you all at once. If you're ready to start living as your highest self and discover who you're truly meant to be, hit that follow button and prepare for a journey like no other.

Melissa Bareham


    • Apr 9, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 52 EPISODES


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    Twenty Something & Totally Lost: Lessons with Ron Lim on Finding Yourself in the Wildest Decade

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 60:55


    52| Your 20s can feel like a constant identity crisis — one minute you think you've figured it out, the next you're questioning everything you've ever done. In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and returning guest Ron Lim (@ronwritings), author of Twenty Something, to talk about the chaos, clarity, and curveballs that defined this decade for us. We get into the real stuff: what it means to feel lost, how to listen to yourself, and why success doesn't ever follow a straight line.In the episode, we cover:Why feeling lost often leads to clarity The pressure to figure it all out in your early 20s — and why it's BSThe importance of getting lost to find what actually matters to youLetting go of who you thought you should be to become who you really areHow to stop outsourcing your self-worth and start trusting your own voiceCONNECT WITH RON:Instagram Buy "Twenty Something" - AmazonBuy "No Idea What Im Doing But F*ck It"Ron's SubstackRon's ShopCONNECT WITH MEL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with me! 1:1 Soul Alignment & Purpose Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read transcript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠

    The Prison of Perfectionism: How You Can Finally Break Free

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 44:20


    51| Perfectionism isn't the badge of honor we often think it is — it's a prison that keeps us stuck. In this episode, I'm sharing my personal experience with perfectionism, how it took centre-stage in my life, and the messy but freeing path Ive been taking to overcome it. If you've ever felt like you're never good enough or like fear is running the show, this one's for you.We cover:The sneaky ways perfectionism disguises itself and keeps you smallWhy procrastination and self-sabotage are often signs of perfectionismThe emotional toll of trying to “get it right” all the timeHow self-compassion and letting go of control changed everything for mePractical tools to break free from perfectionism and take bold, imperfect actionCONNECT WITH MEL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with me! 1:1 Soul Alignment & Purpose Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read transcript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠

    What No One Tells You About Your 20s: 10 Things I Wish I Knew

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 48:55


    50| Your 20s can feel like the longest decade ever while simultaneously a whirlwind —equal parts magic and mess. After turning 30 last week, I've been reflecting on the most pivotal lessons I've taken away from my 20's. From trusting your intuition and defining success on your own terms to embracing change and realizing no one actually has it all figured out, this episode is packed with everything I wish I knew (if I could do it all over again). Whether you're navigating your own quarter-life awakening or just looking for some insight, this one's for you.We cover:Why trusting your intuition will change everythingThe mindset shift that will stop fear from holding you backThe biggest financial lesson I wish I learned at 20Why you're allowed to change—and why you shouldThe truth about success (and who gets to define it)CONNECT WITH MEL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Work with me! 1:1 Soul Calling & Purpose Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read transcript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠

    8 Things to Drop in 2025 for Your Most Abundant Year Yet

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 52:46


    49| It's 2025 and you know what that means! New year, new energy, and more importantly new things to drop like they're hot. After some deep new year's reflection of my biggest takeaways from last year, Im sharing with you the top eight things I'm committing to letting go of in 2025 in order to actually call in everything I desire this year. Spoiler alert: if you've ever struggled with overthinking, perfectionism, or filling every moment with stuff and yet still wonder why nothing is working **—this one's for you. What we cover: The “Think to Action Ratio” – Why overthinking is keeping you stuck and how to flip the script. Why “doing it shitty” is the best way to get things done. How to stop waiting for validation and start trusting yourself. Breaking the Multitasking Myth – Why doing less actually helps you achieve more. How clearing out mental and physical clutter creates room for magic. CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Work with me! 1:1 Purpose & Business Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read transcript ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠

    The Taylor Swift Method: 13 Ways to Steal Her Success Blueprint and Build a Business Fans Can't Resist

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 50:52


    48 | Let's face it—Taylor Swift isn't just an artist; she's a movement. From shattering records with her $2 billion tour to dropping albums that spark global frenzies, she's got the kind of business savvy that makes CEOs take notes. (She reinvigorated friendship bracelets, for Pete's sake!) But what's her secret sauce? Is it all glitter and catchy tunes, or is there a strategy behind her sparkle? In honour of the Eras Tour finale (brb, still crying), I'm diving deep into 13 genius lessons from Taylor's career. These aren't just tips; they're a blueprint you can (and should) steal to craft a business so magnetic, your fans will be dying to have a piece of it. Grab your bracelets, queue your favorite T-Swift anthem, and let's make magic happen. This is your era. HOLIDAY 50% SALE

    Gratitude's Hidden Power: The Scientific Secret to Manifesting Anything You Desire

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 29:59


    The World Needs Your Light (now more than ever)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 12:27


    46 | Today is the heaviest Ive felt in a long time. To everyone who feels broken, disheveled, betrayed, let down, hopeless...Im so so sorry. But the world needs your light. It needs who you were made to be. Grieve deeply. Shine brighter. And together, we'll fight FORWARD.

    7 ADHD Productivity Hacks To Help You Get Sh*t Done

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 30:55


    45. | In today's episode, I'm diving deep into a topic that's close to my heart - productivity hacks to help you get more done, especially for if you're someone who struggles with ADHD. I'm sharing seven game-changing strategies that have transformed the way I approach tasks so I can get what I need to done - without the hustle. Whether you have ADHD or simply struggle with staying focused and completing what you said you were going to, these tips are designed to help you tackle your to-do list with speed & confidence! In this episode I cover: Why traditional productivity advice often fails for ADHD brains (and what to do instead) Why a longer to-do list is hurting you not helping Ways to build self-accountability Why rewards are your secret weapon How to not "eat the elephant" and break down tasks Harnessing your natural energy cycles I need your help! - To serve you guys even deeper, I want to know what you all want more of from me. If you can take 2 mins to ⁠⁠fill out this SURVEY⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 1:1 session with me and $250 gift card for coaching services! This is your chance to affect how the podcast and my biz looks this year. SO grateful, TYSM in advance for sharing your thoughts xx CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read transcript ⁠here

    Daily habits and rituals that instantly make me feel better

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 23:11


    44| Help a girl out! - To serve you guys even deeper, I want to know what you all want more of from me. If you can take 2 mins to ⁠⁠fill out this SURVEY⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 1:1 session with me and $250 gift card for coaching services! This is your chance to affect and impact how the podcast and my biz looks this year. SO grateful, TYSM in advance for sharing your thoughts so I can serve you better xx In today's episode, I'm diving into the daily habits and rituals that have been game-changers for my well-being. Whether Im feeling low vibration and energy, have something thats thrown my day totally off, or am just feeling in a slump, I'm sharing the practices that I use on the DAILY to help me reset, recharge, and instantly get back to feeling my absolute best. These 5 simple yet powerful practices have the ability to turn any day around and get you operating at your highest vibration. I'm betting you'll want to try at least one of these out for yourself! CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read transcript ⁠here

    The 1 YEAR Experiment that Completely Changed My Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 31:00


    43. | They say that if you do something for 30 days it becomes a habit, right. Well what about if you do it for over 365? You get complete a total transformation, that's what. In this episode I take you behind the scenes of one of it not THE most transformative experiments I've been working on for over the last year. I kid you not when I say that doing this has COMPLETELY changed my life and I'm betting you're going to want to try it out for yourself as well. In this episode I cover: Life update - where I've been! Reflections on my 1-year experiment Choosing to sit at the edge of your comfort zone Recalibrating our brains to 'fear' Transformative power of facing what scares us I need your help! - To serve you guys even deeper, I want to know what you all want more of from me. If you can take 2 mins to ⁠fill out this SURVEY⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 1:1 session with me and $250 gift card for coaching services! This is your chance to affect how the podcast and my biz looks this year. SO grateful, TYSM in advance for sharing your thoughts xx CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Read transcript here

    42. How to Let Go and Let God

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 25:42


    I need your help! - To serve you guys even deeper, I want to know what you all want more of from me. If you can take 2 mins to fill out this SURVEY, you'll be entered to win a free 1:1 session with me and $250 gift card for coaching services! This is your chance to affect how the podcast and my biz looks this year. SO grateful, TYSM in advance for sharing your thoughts xx FT. my BIGGEST life update yet, dont miss this one! In today's episode, Im taking you through the process of letting go in order to create space for God & the Universe to bring you what you truly desire. Learn how to shift your perspective, face any fears you have around holding on to things that don't serve you, and allow for your desires to actually come through. In this episode I cover: Bye old life - LIFE UPDATE, my next chapter! Letting the castle crumble sometimes Being guided to our highest selves Importance of deciding & declaring what we want Ways the universe shows it's supporting you + and more! CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    41. The Easiest Way to Get Started and Take the First Step

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 22:40


    Do you find yourself filled with so many ideas, goals, or dreams but keep getting hung up on being able to take that first step? Me too... ALL THE TIME. This is one of the biggest and most common issues I think we face when trying to make traction on our dreams and pursuits and in today's episode, Im unpacking some of the key things that have helped me to get started and take that first scary-but-incredible step! I hope it helps you too in getting traction. In this episode I cover: Focusing on the outcome above the task itself Ditching perfectionism & getting messy Breaking it down to step #1 Identifying our mental blockers Building leverage for the result you want How things in motion stay in motion + and more! CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠⁠⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ about the pod and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to @iammelissakeh or email ⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 30 min 1:1 rapid coaching session! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my ⁠⁠⁠last episode with my friend Ron Lim! Dont forget to rate, review and share with all your friends and your dog. This podcast is free and reviews/ratings and shares are what keeps it going.

    40. How to Achieve Your Vision with Ron Lim

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 83:04


    In today's episode, Im SO EXCITED to introduce to you my friend Ron Lim, a writer, entrepreneur, full-time digital nomad, social media expert, and creator of one of my all-time favorite communities on the internet on his account @ronwritings. In this conversation Ron gives a behind the scenes look at his journey from Singapore to his current nomadic lifestyle, his transition and evolution along the way into becoming a writer, and his methods for staying on track towards achieving his ultimate life vision. You're not going to want to miss this one! In this episode we talk about: His life vision and departure from the 'norm' in Singapore Taking the leap into full-time travel Pushing through fear of the unknown Cultivating self belief when no one else believes in you Focusing on the result rather than how you're trying to get there Simplifying life to make space for the new Following your own inner guidance vs listening to other's opinions Trying to make mistakes vs succeed at the start + and so much more! CONNECT WITH RON: ⁠Instagram⁠ Threads Linktree ⁠⁠Website⁠⁠ ⁠Buy "No Idea What Im Doing But F*ck It" book ⁠SHOP RonWritings Merch CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠Instagram⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about the pod and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to @iammelissakeh or email ⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 30 min 1:1 rapid coaching session! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my ⁠⁠last episode!⁠⁠ Dont forget to rate, review and share with all your friends and your dog. This podcast is free and reviews/ratings and shares are what keeps it going.

    39. How to Become the Person You Want to Be in 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 44:59


    Anyone else tired of the "New Year, New Me" energy every January? Well in today's episode, instead of launching into another goal-based new years episode, we're going to be focusing on in what really matters: who we're wanting to become. We'll dig into how this shift in focus can make all the difference and provide you a roadmap to allow you to become the person you dream of by the end of 2024! This is a gooder! CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠⁠⁠⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠ about the pod and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to @iammelissakeh or email ⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠, you'll receive a free 1:1 rapid coaching session! 00:27 Reflections on the New Year and Numerology 04:06 Personal Life Update and Holiday Recap 05:56 Setting Intentions for 2024 12:43 The Importance of Changing Your Identity 21:26 Overcoming Discomfort and Creating Motivation 29:19 The Power of Habit Stacking 32:03 Following Your Joy and Doing What Feels Good 34:58 Keeping Commitments to Boost Confidence 39:03 The Importance of Confidence in Achieving Goals TRANSCRIPT: View Here In case you missed my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠last episode!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Dont forget to rate, review and share with all your friends and your dog. This podcast is free and reviews/ratings and shares are what keeps it going.

    38. What I Wish I Knew: The 7 Lessons I'd Tell My Younger Self

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2023 36:24


    You ever wish you could go back in time and tell the younger you what's going to happen in the future? And beyond that, teach them the lessons you know NOW so they dont have to struggle to learn them in the same way? Yea, me too. In this week's episode, Im taking you on a trip down memory lane with me to walk through the 7 biggest "what I wish I knew" lessons that I wish I could teach my younger self (if only we had one of those time travelling cars...) These are the lessons that have shaped me into who I am today and still carry with me daily to navigate the world and I know some of them many of you will have faced as well. CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠⁠⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ about the pod and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to @iammelissakeh or email ⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 20 min 1:1 rapid coaching session! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my ⁠⁠⁠last episode!⁠⁠⁠ Dont forget to rate, review and share with all your friends and your dog. This podcast is free and reviews/ratings and shares are what keeps it going.

    37. Learning How to Accept Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 38:46


    There's only one thing as equally guaranteed to happen to you in life besides death: CHANGE. Yet its something that so many of us struggle to accept, invite and embrace in our lives. We've all faced it on the daily and it can be hard to change (pun intended) our relationship with it to be one of positive acceptance rather than anxious resistance. In this episode, Im going to break down some of my own tried and true strategies for how to accept and invite change into my life that are sure to help you with yours. In this episode I cover: My new home & all the changes My summer inspiration to change up my life Using movement for momentum Figuring out what you're really afraid of Stacking small changes to prep for bigger ones Using worst case scenarios in your favour Creating leverage for what you want How reflection can help you look at change differently + much more! CONNECT WITH MEL: ⁠Instagram⁠ 1:1 Private Coaching -⁠⁠Apply today⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠⁠ about the pod and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to @iammelissakeh or email ⁠⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 20 min 1:1 rapid coaching session! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my ⁠⁠last episode!⁠⁠ Dont forget to rate, review and share with all your friends and your dog. This podcast is free and reviews/ratings and shares are what keeps it going.

    36| Making Business Human: Embracing Being Sucky and Leading From Your Real Life & Personality with Chelsea Riffe

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 73:06


    Nowadays it seems the playbook rules for how to 'do business' are getting more and more prescriptive and rigid. With cookie cutter offers, constant noise of the 'ultimate strategy you need NOW' and advice coming from all sides, building a business or project you love can go from an exciting passion-filled prospect to feeling overwhelming, stressful and even unfulfilling. We've made it all about strategy & hustle and in the process lost a lot of what used to make it feel human. In today's episode Im joined by Chelsea Riffe, a master podcast strategist & mentor, host of the podcast In My Non-Expert Opinion, and female solo-travelling digital nomad, as well as being my own former podcast mentor. Chelsea knows a thing or two (jk a LOT) about whats it's like to get caught in the trap of the 'one size fits all' mentality, and has worked to create a life where her business fits around her LIFE - not the other way around. We dig into why bringing humanness, play, and fun into your business is essential to longterm sustainability and how embracing your 'suckiness' might just be the key to moving faster than you thought possible. Chelsea is someone who's mastered leading life from her one-of-a-kind personality and utilizes that superpower, along with her real life and travel experiences, to connect with her audience and clients on a deeply human and authentic level. In this episode we talk about: How every opportunity feels fair game when you're travelling Growing into a new identity and outgrowing your former environments Learning how to grow one step at a time v.s. all at once ‘Embracing your suckiness' & enjoying being a beginner Bringing back ‘Being Human' in our businesses Expressing your personality beyond a single ‘niche' Letting your LIFE take priority (and not just your business) Becoming a ‘Video Game Character': using archetypes to embody new energies ✨

    35| Hi. Im Alive. - My '5 Phase Summer' + Big Life Update!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2023 34:52


    Hi. Im Alive! Its been a HOT minute since getting out an episode for you all - so much has happened this summer over the last few months, and to ease back into things (I missed you all!) I wanted to drop a big LIFE UPDATE episode. Today Im going unscripted to take you through what Im calling my "5 phase summer" - all the ups, downs, and crazy lessons Im walking away with that has lead to a HUGE change in my life for the next six months. Come down, hang out, and tune in as I bring you up to speed on my world and what you can expect from the podcast really soon! Episode Transcript - ⁠view on Notion⁠ CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: ⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠ Instagram: ⁠@iammelissakeh⁠ TikTok: ⁠@melissakeh⁠ Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -⁠Apply today⁠ *GIVEAWAY* - If you ⁠leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts⁠ about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to ⁠melissakehbareham@gmail.com⁠, you'll be entered to win a free 20 min 1:1 rapid coaching session! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my ⁠last episode!⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and follow!

    34| Should I Choose the "Safe Job" or the One That Makes Me Happy?: Why the Idea of the Safe Job is a Myth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 34:31


    "To be safe or not to be safe, that is the question" Im sure many of you have asked yourself this kind of question before - or hell, maybe you're at a crossroads and wondering it right now. We ALL struggle with knowing what to do when our heads are telling us to pick the 'safe route' but our hearts are calling us to something different. Well today, Im going to help you out of that indecision because Im breaking down why the WHOLE idea of the "safe job" that we were told to aspire for all our lives is a complete myth. You heard me. In this episode Im breaking down the reasons we were led to believe it in the first place, how this belief can get us stuck, but most importantly how you can shift your perspective in order to follow what will truly make you happy. Youre going to want to tune in to this one! In this episode I cover: Why we all believe in the 'safe job' myth When we learned to ignore our inner guidance Fitting into the mould around us Why we shy away from doing things differently The pressures to appease the system How to guarantee your own success The illusion of safety Finding freedom from this belief + so much more! Episode Transcript - view on Notion CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: melissakehbareham@gmail.com Instagram: @iammelissakeh TikTok: @melissakeh Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today *GIVEAWAY* - If you leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to melissakehbareham@gmail.com, you'll will get a free 30 min 1:1 rapid coaching session with me! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my last episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and follow! And stay tuned for more inspiring episodes coming to you weekly ;)

    33| “It's me

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 32:43


    Have you ever found yourself stuck in a rut, with this deep desire and excitement to start your own business but something always seems to be holding you back? I hate to break it to you but Im pretty sure I know why....

    32| Building Your Dream Friend Community: How to Find ‘Your People' that Propel You to the Future You Really Want

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 46:29


    In today's episode, Im taking you along for a journey into one of the MOST impactful experiences I had a few weeks ago that I never could have anticipated. It's a story that involves one random DM, a log cabin in the mountains, 4 guys I'd never met before, 5 days, countless deep-soul conversations and 1 divinely created experience. While I may have entered that week never having met these people before except for on Instagram, I walked away with the most profound understanding and reminder of why building the right community of friends around you is so key to help propel you to the future and version of you that you truly want become. Hear my takeaways and my advice & tips for you on how to find "your people" and build the dream community of people around you too! This is one of my favourite episodes I've ever recorded so trust me when I say, you're in for some spice

    31| The Top 3 Reasons Why it's So Important For You To Find Your Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 27:03


    In today's episode, Im talking about one of THE most important topics when it comes to living a life of fulfillment, joy and true happiness - your purpose (of course!). I'm going deep into the three biggest reasons why finding and following your purpose is so essential to living your most abundant life and how doing so is your guaranteed path to a life of fulfillment, impact and true authentic happiness. In this episode I cover: How purpose is the GPS system for your life Getting direction in your life based on your values Goal setting from purpose vs goal-setting from present 'wants' and desires How happiness is the BYPRODUCT of living fulfilled, purposeful lives How knowing your WHY is your superpower to making a positive impact on the world + much more! Episode Transcript - view on Notion CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: melissakehbareham@gmail.com Instagram: @iammelissakeh TikTok: @melissakeh Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today *GIVEAWAY* - If you leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to melissakehbareham@gmail.com, you'll be entered to win a FREE 1:1 coaching session with me! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my last episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and follow! And stay tuned for more inspiring episodes coming to you weekly ;)

    30| "So I Ended Up On a Surf Camp in El Salvador?": Facing Your Fears, Following Your Intuition, and the Power of Steeping Outside Your Comfort Zone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2023 31:19


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! In today's episode, Im sharing all about my recent experience on a surf camp in El Salvador a few weeks ago. Why El Salvador? Wait, you surf? What's surfing got to do with anything? Well get ready because I'm taking you for a deep dive of what led me to this random but INCREDIBLE manifestation, talking about how listening to our intuition and seeing what fits is key to attracting what we want in life. I also share my personal perspective on how surfing has shown me the importance of embracing failure as a way to learn and grow, and the value of pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zones and keep trying even when things are hard. I truly believe that trusting in the universe's plan for us and being open to facing our fears can lead to unexpected and wonderful experiences, and this came into full force during this trip. Enjoy! In this episode I cover: Embracing failure as a way to learn and grow Pushing ourselves outside of our comfort zones How surfing taught me resilience and commitment Trusting in the universe's plan for us Being open to facing our fears Unexpected experiences from following intuition How our manifestations come in different packages than we expect + much more!  Episode Transcript - view on Notion CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: melissakehbareham@gmail.com Instagram: @iammelissakeh TikTok: @melissakeh Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today *GIVEAWAY* - If you leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to melissakehbareham@gmail.com, you'll be entered to win 1 of 2 FREE 30 Min Private Coaching sessions with me! Your reviews mean the world to me so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my last episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe!

    29 | 10 Things You Didn't Know About Me (coffee chat style!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 44:20


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! We're kicking back with a coffee chat style convo in this episode where I share with you 10 things you probably dont know about me. How many languages do I know? Why do I love purpose so much? What did I want to be when I was little? Whats my greatest goal in life? How many countries have I been to so far? In this episode I get into all of it and more, so get really for one of the most intimate yet lighthearted episodes with me yet! In this episode I cover: Growing up half-chinese Making international friends - all through social media! How I almost became a screenwriter (?) My human design/astrology/enneagram & more Why Im grateful I had cancer The saga of my life as an artist Harry Potter, stuffies, winter and lucky number 13 + much more! Episode Transcript - view on Notion CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: melissakehbareham@gmail.com Instagram: @iammelissakeh TikTok: @melissakeh Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today *GIVEAWAY* - If you leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to melissakehbareham@gmail.com, you'll be entered to win 1 of 2 FREE 30 Min Private Coaching sessions with me! Your reviews mean the world to us so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my last episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! And stay tuned for more inspiring episodes coming to you weekly ;)

    28| It's Going To Be HARD But It's Going To Be WORTH It: How to Build Confidence to Pursue the Life You're Meant For with Kristen Such

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 76:45


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! When you're newly graduated from College in a corporate job that was supposed to be your "dream gig" at your dream company, but it quickly starts to feel more like a nightmare instead of the fulfilling future you imagined for yourself, it can be so tempting to think about throwing it all away, quitting outright and pursuing something you actually have a passion for. But what happens when you leave and don't know what's next? What happens when resistance comes from all sides in the form of judgement, limiting beliefs, and failed businesses? Does that mean we're not on the right path anymore, or is it a sign to keep going even harder? Today, hear a true manifestation come to life when I sit down with Confidence and Mindset Coach, Kristen Such to discuss her journey from corporate finance gal to taking a huge leap of faith and intuition to start living a life aligned with her highest potential. We talk about her big risks, the myth that pursuing your purpose is always easy, and the deep irreplaceable fulfillment that comes from chasing after a life you know you're meant for. In this episode we talk about: Listening to intuition v.s. logic The “lie” of playing life safe Creating baseline safety to help you take big risks Finding lessons from our failures Hitting resistance when pursuing our highest potential Using your bullsh*t radar to help guide you to the real answers Overcoming judgement from those you love Healing your inner child The truth about TRUE confidence CONNECT WITH KRISTEN: Website: https://www.kristensuch.com/ Instagram: @kristen.such TikTok: @kristen.such CONNECT WITH MEL: Email: melissakehbareham@gmail.com Instagram: @iammelissakeh TikTok: @melissakeh Work with me: 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today *GIVEAWAY* - If you leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts about the pod, and send a screenshot (before you hit submit!) to melissakehbareham@gmail.com, you'll be entered to win 1 of 2 FREE 30 Min Private Coaching sessions with me! Your reviews mean the world to us so THANK YOU in advance for sharing your thoughts. In case you missed my last episode! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! And stay tuned for more inspiring episodes coming to you weekly ;)

    27| The 7 Greatest Lessons I Learned in 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2023 47:09


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! It may be well into the new year, but today I'm bringing to you the 7 greatest lessons I learned in 2022! Trust me this isnt like your regular "year in review" episodes - I get right into it, talking about some of my biggest and toughest obstacles this year and how I was able to overcome them. Many of these lessons are things that are even helping set my intention for an incredible 2023 ahead! Tune in, sit back and you might be surprised with just how much you resonate with more than a few of these. In this episode I talk about: - The hard truth about following your purpose - How authenticity is your secret sauce - Freedom found in letting go - Magic moments from the Universe! - Finding success & doing things YOUR way - The willingness to SUCK & get right back up again + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! Or leave a quick review below of what you think of the podcast - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes coming to you weekly. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let get to know each other!

    26| Why You Should Travel Solo (at least ONCE in your life): HAWAII for November

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 52:21


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! It's finally out for you! My long promised episode from Hawaii, where I have been for a lot of the last month in November. I wanted to bring you a packed and juicy episode today with so many good nuggets all about travelling - BUT specifically, SOLO TRAVEL! I believe so fully that Solo Travel is one of the best and most transformative experiences you can ever take in your life, and soloing in Maui reminded me exactly why that is! Today Im giving you the top 5 reasons why you should travel solo at least ONCE in your life (if not more), and hopefully it inspires you to go book your next trip NOW! In this episode I talk about: - My recent solo ventures in Maui: surfing, volcanos, jungles, waterfalls - Pros and Cons of soloing vs travelling with others - How it speeds up the process of finding yourself - Life changing pivotal moments in my solo 'ventures - Why the belief that you'll be alone if traveling solo is a MYTH - How your intuition can become your compass + and more! **To listen in on my episode of TOP Travel Hacks to help plan your next adventure, tune in here** If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! Or leave a quick review below of what you think - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    25| The 5 Things Holding You Back From Your Purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 38:19


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! In todays episode, Im sharing with you the top 5 things I believe (and have seen firsthand!) that hold people (including myself) back from living in their purpose. These are the things getting in your way that are totally in your control though - so Im here to talk through them with you, and share how you can shift and change them to clear out your path to living in your highest calling! In this episode I talk about: - How to claim whatever identity you desire - Letting go of judgement - "Ikigai" = your life's purpose and bliss - Why failure in your purpose is literally impossible - How to look internally vs externally for the answers + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! Or leave a quick review below of what you think - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    24| Managing Overwhelm, Anxieties and the Feeling That Youre "Not Doing Enough"

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 38:01


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! On this weeks episode, I get really personal and talk with you all about managing overwhelm, anxieties and the feeling that often pops up that youre "not doing enough". This feeling has often been my worst enemy and is something that frequently holds a lot of us back from being in our purpose, and living as the highest version of ourselves. I also share my own struggles and some of the methods that have helped me in overcoming it that I hope can help you too! In this episode I talk about: - Our toxic productivity culture - What "enoughness" really means - How to value ourselves by who we're BEING rather than by what were DOING - Shaking the pressure to perform and produce - Things that help me remember my own enoughness - How to build more inner peace into your life + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please dont forget to share and subscribe! Or leave me a quick review below of what you think - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    23| What To Do When You're Feeling Lost

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 35:08


    APPLY TODAY FOR 1:1 PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING! In today's episode of the Pursuit of Purpose Podcast, I get into a topic I know a lot of us are feeling but dont talk about that often, which is this feeling of being 'lost'. Lately Ive been hearing from SO many friends and colleagues about how they feel lost, dont understand their purpose, feel behind, or a multitude of those things. They can be some seriously confusing emotions, especially when it seems like everyone else around us 'has their shit together'. Today, I go really deep and raw into these feelings in the hopes that you feel a little less alone in them, and leave you with a few of my own personal favorite strategies I use when feeling lost that have helped me countless times before. In this episode I talk about: - Normalizing being lost more often - Opportunities and possibilities we have from being lost - Why no one actually has it all-together - Being OK with our present moment - Taking others off a pedestal - My favorite things to do when you're feeling lost + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, go ahead and share it with someone! Or leave me a quick review below of what you think - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OPEN! -Apply today . If you have any questions about if this is right for you, find me in the DM's on Instagram or email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    22| My Insider's Guide to PARIS - Tips, Tricks and Everything You Need to Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 71:12


    BONJOUR MES AMIS! Get ready because today Im bringing you the GOODS! Paris is my absolute favorite city in the world, and after spending over a month there this spring, I wanted to dedicate an episode to everything I truly love (and dislike too lol) about this city. I've been to Paris 6 times and from my experiences I've put together this episode with everything you need to know, if its your first time visiting or your fifth! I hope you fall as in love with the City of Lights as I have xx In this episode we'll cover: -My overall thoughts on Paris - How to get around the City Walk Metro Velib Bikes Lime E-Bikes/ Scooters - Must See Things for your 1st Time in Paris Palace of Versailles Paris Museums Eiffel Tower Picnic Seine & Canal Boat Cruise - Canauxrama Discover Walking tour of Montmartre Wandering around Les Marais -Things to SKIP in Paris The Louvre Going up the Eiffel Tower Trocodero Pink Mama Moulin Rouge Champs Elysees -5 Free Things to Do Wander through Marais Galleries - PERROTIN, Musee Carnavalet Self-guided walking tours of neighborhoods - download an app Galerie Vivienne Palais de Tokyo Petit Palais -5 Arts and Culture Things to See/Do Visit Notre Dame Concert in Sainte Chapelle Museums - Centre Pompidou, Pablo Picasso Museum, Musee L'Orangerie, Musee D'Orsay Versailles See the Ballet at Palais Garnier -5 Food/Restaurants/Bars to Try LouLou Chéper Creperie GiGi Chez Julien Les Marche des Enfants Rouges Mademoiselle Mouche (Bar/Club) -My Secret Places to Hangout Place Des Voges - Boulangerie Sainte Gilles xoxo Merci Les Nautes Parc Buttes Chaumont - (+ Pavillion Puebla) Jardin de Luxembourg Palais Royale -My Personal FAVORITE Things to Do in Paris Walk with NO Agenda - "Flâneur". Pick a neighborhood to start and just keep going from there! Bike along the Seine at night Sunrise hour (5-8am) in Paris Parcs - Place des Voges, Luxembourg, Jardin des Plantes Sit at a bistro on the side of the road for happy hour or coffee Watch sunset from the Sacre-Coeur in Montmartre Have drinks & snacks down at the edge of the Seine in the evening Listen to street performers on Ile-St-Louis and Ile-de-la-Cite If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and leave a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! - Book a consult today . If you have any questions, fire them away in the DM's on Instagram. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    21| Why Self-Love is Essential to Your Life (and How to Create MORE of it)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 33:51


    PRIVATE PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING IS HERE! Become a client to find your purpose + actually live it out! (Book a Consult) *** This week rounds out my 3-episode series on the 'Self' topics! This final episode is focused on Self-Love, and Im going to be opening up the hood on what exactly IS Self-Love, why its imperative to lead our life with it, and how to cultivate MORE of it in your daily life and routines. It's the perfect finale to bring together these incredible 'Self' themes and I can't wait for you to dive in! In this episode I talk about: - Difference between self-love self-care - Why we find it SO hard to have self-love - The costs of not living life from a place of self-love - The effects of our social media'd, over-compared world on self-image - My top 3 tips for building more self-love in your life + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and leave a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. 1:1 PURPOSE & BUSINESS COACHING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! - Book a consult today . If you have any questions, fire them away in the DM's on Instagram. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    20| How to Increase Your Self-Worth (and why it has to come FIRST!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 28:26


    PRIVATE PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING IS HERE! Become a client to find your purpose + actually live it out! (Book a Consult) *** This week, as a continuation from last week's episode on Self-Belief, I wanted to keep bringing you episodes around these ideas of the 3-core 'self' concepts: self-belief, self-worth, and self-love. This weeks episode is dedicated to Self-Worth and inside I'm taking you deep into all the layers of what building up your own self-worth means and why it truly is the FOUNDATION for every goal, dream, or area of growth you wish to have in your life. We also talk about the tactical ways you can start to work on increasing your self-worth TODAY so you can move faster towards all it is you desire. In this episode I talk about: - Why self-worth is the foundation for everything we want - Difference between self-worth & self-love - How to be a vibrational match what you desire - My main tip for increasing self-worth today + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and leave a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. PRIVATE COACHING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! - Book a consult today . If you have any questions, fire them away in the DM's on Instagram. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    19| Why You Cant Afford NOT to Believe in Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 45:56


    PRIVATE PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING IS HERE! Become a client to find your purpose + actually live it out! (Book a Consult) *** This is probably my favorite episode I've recorded to-date. Its real, its honest and I get deep down to the truth of the matter which is why you MUST cultivate self-belief today. In this episode, I explain and go super deep (I really mean it) on why this is the fundamental starting place for everything we hope to do, become and pursue in our lives - including our purpose. Self-belief is one of those essential qualities for living, yet it's one of the hardest things for us to learn to build for ourselves. I want to offer you MY personal 5 tips for how to grow your own self-belief, practices which I have used myself in this journey over the last many years. In this episode I talk about: - The fundamental need for self-belief - How our thoughts create our reality - Why you can't afford not to believe in yourself - My 5 tips for building more self-belief - Why progress starts with self-belief + and more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. PRIVATE COACHING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! - Book a consult today . If you have any questions, fire them away in the DM's on Instagram. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online on IG @iammelissakeh or TikTok @melissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    18| How to Find Your Purpose (taking the first steps!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 37:02


    PRIVATE PURPOSE + BIZ COACHING IS HERE! Become a client to find your purpose + actually live it out! (Book a Consult) *** In today's episode, I have the MOST exciting announcement to bring you all - my private Purpose + Business coaching is officially LAUNCHED! This coaching program is a culmination of everything I know and have experienced in understanding and going after your purpose to create the dream life you have always wanted. In honor of the birth of this program, I wanted to bring you an episode that really focuses on the biggest question when it comes to purpose out there: how to find it! I'll tell you now, its not a 5 step formula, but in today's episode I am going to walk you through how you can begin to unpack this big question and leave you with a few first steps you can take in your own purpose-seeking journey. In this episode I talk about: - The importance of purpose in our lives - Following your purpose v.s. following a career - Digging into our past for answers - Why you already know your purpose - The first four steps you can take + and MUCH more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. PRIVATE COACHING IS OFFICIALLY OPEN! - Apply today to work with Melissa 1:1 . If you have any questions, fire them away in the DM's on Instagram. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    17| Why Your Fear is a Disservice to the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 18:51


    Today's episode of the Pursuit of Purpose Podcast is a hella juicy one and a topic I've been thinking about for a while now. I'll be getting super vulnerable with you about one of my own experiences overcoming a fear that was holding me back for my whole LIFE, and dig in with you why letting our fears run the show can be one of the most detrimental things to us being able to live life in our purpose. In this episode I talk about : + Why fear works to keep us safe + My biggest AHA! around my fears + How living by fear blocks our impact on others + Why fear keeps us from being our authentic selves + What we have to learn from JK Rowling, Oprah and other Legends And more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. SOMETHING BIG IS COMING NEXT WEEK! - Stay tuned for a HUGE announcement coming next week to the pod. It may just be my biggest news YET! I can't wait to share with you so make sure you check back next week :D In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    16| Follow What Lights You UP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 26:44


    In today's episode of The Pursuit of Purpose Podcast, I'm diving into a month long experiment I did while in Paris to follow what lights me up (and only that!) and I have SO much to share with you. I'll be taking you through why this is one of THE most important things to practice to bring you fulfillment, an understanding of self, and to raise your energetics to levels you've never experienced before. In this episode I talk about : + Where I've BEEN for the last month! + My month long high-vibe experiment + How to listen to that inner voice + Looking for the "Hell Yes!" decisions + How to let go of 'the plan' and just do what feels good + Why following our inspiration is SO important And more! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. SOMETHING BIG IS COMING! - Stay tuned for a HUGE announcement coming next week to the pod. It may just be my biggest news YET! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    15| Throwing Out the 'Plan' & How to Write Yourself a New One with Kelsey Gilchrist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 57:23


    In today's GUEST episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with my BEST FRIEND since childhood Kelsey Gilchrist, who is an activist & writer, and freelance writer & marketing specialist. Self-proclaimed dreamers since we were 10 years old, Kelsey and I have seen the reality in life that often times, little goes to our original 'plan'. Together, we explore Kelsey's journey of realizations to what truly made her happy, and the big leap of faith into the unknown she had to take to led her to where she really feels at home today in her life, career, and soul. Throughout our conversation, we unpack how the things we think will bring us happiness, may not actually be the answer, along with how to pivot when the plan goes off course, and some full-force authenticity that you dont ACUTALLY need to have your shit figured out yet (no matter your age!). There are SO many deep takeaways from this episode with Kelsey that will impact you and I cannot wait for you to listen! In this episode we talk about : + Pivoting your life path when things go off course + Realizing what our hearts truly do & dont want to do + Taking big leaps of faith into unknown territory + The double-edged sword of childhood dreams + Making the shift from 9-5 to entrepreneur + The dangers of our 'achiever' culture + Redefining what 'happiness' and 'success' are to you And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business coaching, Im here to help support you in any way you need - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com Connect with Kelsey: Instagram: @kelseyngilchrist LinkedIn: Kelsey Gilchrist

    14| Discovering Newfound Purpose Through Homesteading & Self-Reliance with Ashley Constance

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 62:00


    In today's GUEST episode, I had the chance to sit down with Ashley Constance, a self made homesteader extraordinaire, advocate for self-reliant living and host of the podcast "A Little Self Reliant"! Together, we explore Ashley's journey to homesteading and how out of the depths of grief, light was shone into her world with newfound purpose in the form of gardening. She explains how sometimes it's the most unexpected things that can awaken us to a need to make change our lives, and what rewards are on the other side if we're willing to answer the call. There are truly so many universal parallels to our own life journeys in Ashley's story and I can't wait for you to plug into this packed episode! In this episode we talk about : + Finding inspiration and passion again after grief + Recognizing the signs from the universe + What it takes to kickstart change in your life + Living our lives with growth and renewal seasons + Acting on your dreams NOW - not 'someday' + Our internal knowing of purpose And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business coaching, Im here to help support you in any way you need - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com Connect with Ashley: Instagram: @alittleselfreliant and @dirtypawshomestead Website: www.alittleselfreliant.com Listen NOW to A Little Self Reliant Podcast: Spotify and Apple

    13| Why Comparison is Killing Your Joy (and How to Overcome It!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 53:42


    I hope you guys are ready because in today's episode, we're going ALL IN on one the of the most important topics to me right now: COMPARISON!! In today's day and age, with our exposure to anything in the world readily at our fingertips, its harder than ever for us to not fall into the trap of comparison. In this episode, I'm going to be digging DEEP into this topic, with everything from what types of comparison there are, why we do it, and why I truly believe that comparison is the thief of joy. I'll explain why feeding into this toxic tendency is pulling you AWAY from your calling and your purpose, and leave you with 3 tips to help you combat comparison today. Get ready for one hell of an episode! In this episode I talk about : + Where comparison comes from + Why comparison is the thief of joy + My own struggles with comparison + Upward vs Downward comparison + Shifting from external to internal validation + How comparison pulls us away from our purpose + 3 ways to combat comparison today And more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business, Im here to help support you in your journey - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    12| Spring is HERE! Ways to Bring in New Energy & Give Your Life a REFRESH

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 24:36


    The cherry blossoms are out, the sun is shining longer, and it feels like there's a new buzz of energy in the air. Which can only mean one thing- IT'S SPRINGTIME! To honor the season of growth and renewal, in today's podcast I'm talking all about the ways we can give our own life a refresh in this changing of seasons - whether that be through new routines, new energy, or in new changes to our physical spaces. This episode was so much FUN and I hope that you'll find some takeaways to try out in our own day to day life in the coming weeks to freshen up your own energy! In this episode I talk about : + Matching our lives to the changing energy of the seasons + What I love about Spring + Establishing and reinvigorating our daily routines + Evaluating the content we consume + Changing up your space + How to continually grow in this season And more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business, Im here to help support you in your journey - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    11| How to Tap Into Your Intuition

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 34:38


    Today, I'm SO excited to be delving into one of the topics I am most passionate about and that is our INTUITION. One of the most crucial and helpful tools for understanding our hearts desires and following our purpose, Im going to be digging into all about what our intuition is, why it's so essential, and how to ultimately tap into it yourself on the daily to live the life you want to live! In this episode I talk about : + What our Intuition is + How to 'hear' when our intuition is speaking to us + How our intuition can guide us to our aligned purpose + Big and small ways our intuition shows up + Tips to tap into your intuition deeper And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business, Im here to help support you in your journey - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me online at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com - let me know what you think about today's episode!

    10| My Top 10 Ultimate Travel Hacks (revealed for YOU!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 25:08


    Today we're going back to talking all things TRAVEL - It's no secret that I'm constantly on the move and in todays episode, I'm dishing out my TOP 10 ULTIMATE travel hacks for planning and enjoying the BEST trip of your life. These are the things I do regularly today which have allowed me to see some of the most incredible places in the world, off the beaten track, on a budget, and with ease and enjoyment. Let me know what some of your favorites are and get planning your next adventure soon - and be sure to tell me all about it! In this episode I talk about : + Why Google is the GOAT for travel + Setting an intention for your trip + Balancing budgeting and splurging + Managing your travel expectations + Going with the flow And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly every Tuesday. In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com. Get in touch and let me know what adventures you get to planning!

    09| How To Take Inspired Action Through Big Leaps of FAITH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 26:49


    This weeks topic is one that I've really had to walk the walk and LIVE into over the last couple months. Today, Im talking all about divine inspiration - those ideas and 'nudges' we all sometimes get from the universe pushing us to do or pursue something in alignment with our truest heart's desires. Often times though, the missing ingredient to all of this is the need to take BIG and often SCARY leaps of faith in order to start taking action toward that idea. Im going to be digging into why this is such a CRUCIAL part of taking inspired action and even leave you with a few of my best tips and tricks to help you along the way. In this episode I talk about : + What 'inspired action' looks like + The importance of acting with faith + My biggest personal investment yet! + I've decided to work in France?! + My top 5 tips for taking leaps of faith And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business coaching, Im here to help support you in any way you need - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes every Tuesday! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

    08| Rewiring Your Subconscious to Create the Life You REALLY Love with Kelsey Acres

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 71:36


    In today's episode, I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down with my friend Kelsey Acres who is a certified mindset coach + NLP practitioner! Together we dig into the Kelsey's journey of COMPLETELY changing her life towards her own calling from her former corporate 9-5 job last year, and how we can understand and rewire our subconscious mind to allow us to truly create the life we're really meant to live! This episode has SO many incredible nuggets and helpful tips and I can't wait for you to tune in! In this episode we talk about : + How to hear our intuition + BECOMING a new identity + Finding 'expanders' for your vision + Our conscious vs. subconscious mind + Rewiring your beliefs + Following our desires with ease and alignment And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business coaching, Im here to help support you in any way you need - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com Connect with Kelsey: Instagram: @kelseyacres Tik Tok: @kelseyacres Her website: www.kelseyacres.com Join Kelsey's FREE virtual workshop "3 Things You Weren't Taught About Your Subconscious Mind" happening March 31st @ 1pm PST! Sign up HERE!

    07| Why living in the PRESENT will change your life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 34:06


    Its been a HOT minute since I've released a new episode on the pod and I promise you it's for good reason. Today, I'm going to be getting super real with you about the number one practice that has KEPT coming up for me these last four weeks: LIVING IN THE PRESENT. Im going to be digging into why this often overlooked practice is the ultimate key for changing your life and how you feel living in it, and also explain how this ties into where Ive been for the last month! This is one topic the universe made SURE I paid attention to so I'm bringing all of those takeaways to YOU. In this episode I talk about : + Where Ive been for the last month + How the subconscious responds to our thoughts + The positives and negatives of living in the past/future + How being present increases our vibration + Manifesting MORE + Why consciously being present changes everything around you And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! For a limited time, Im still offering my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - who knows when Ill bring this back again, if ever! Make sure to snag a spot while you still can. Be it empowerment, purpose, life, or business coaching, Im here to help support you in any way you need - Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed my last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

    06| How to Get Out of a Funk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 30:28


    On our first episode of 2022, I'm getting open and honest with you guys about something that happens to SO many of us when a new year hits: I'm talking about that new years 'FUNK'. As an extroverted introvert, post-holidays hit different for me and Im definitely feeling in a funk of my own, and maybe you are too. I wanted to dig into and share all the tried and true ways I know how to quickly shake off those feels and get back in alignment with your highest, happiest self. No matter if you're needing this now or later in the future, I promise you'll find something in here to help you too! In this episode I talk about : + The flip-side of New Years excitement + Creating an internal state of happiness + Myths about having a 'fresh start' + My personal favorite ways to get back into alignment & feeling good + A lot of boat metaphors... (sry) And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only throughout January! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed her last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

    05| My Top Tips for Manifesting EVERYTHING You Desire in 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 37:17


    On this FINAL episode of 2021, I'm digging into the TOP tips I use and want to teach you to manifest absolutely everything you desire in 2022. These are the things I personally do each year that have led me to manifest some of my biggest goals and dreams to-date! If you're ready dream big and get to work, tune in to find out how you can do the same. In this episode I talk about : + The importance of declaring what you want + How to get clear on your desires + Common ways we self-sabotage + Visualization & the power of Vision Boarding + Why consistent habits are KING + How to let go of the "how" and let the universe lead And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! Books mentioned in this episode: -Atomic Habits by James Clear In case you missed her last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

    04| How Travel Fuels My Purpose + ICELAND In Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 79:21


    Today is a bit different on the podcast - Mel is going to dig into all things TRAVEL; why she's obsessed, what is has taught her, and how it continues to draw her forward on her path of purpose each time. She's also going to be giving you a deep dive into ICELAND with a full, jam-packed review of her most recent trip with tons of tips, recommendations and fun stories to get you hella inspired to add it to your vision board. She talks about: + How she got hooked on travelling + Gaining new perspectives + Stepping outside of your comfort zone + ALL about Iceland + Day-by-day through her Iceland Adventure + Top tips, key sights and things to know before visiting And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed her last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com Locations of Iceland mentioned in this episode: - Fagradalsfall Volcano -Panorama Glass Lodge -Seljalandsfoss & Skogafoss -Snaefellsness Peninsula -Laugarvatn Fontana -Gulfoss -Golden Circle -Secret Lagoon -Fjadrargljufur Canyon -Svartifoss -Svinafellsjokul Glacier -Jokulsarlon Glacier -Stokksness & Vestrahorn -Hvales Lighthouse & Eystrahorn Mountain -Seydisfjordor (East Fjords) -Hengifoss & Studlagil Canyon -Myvatn Nature Baths -Hverir Geothermal Area -Sky Lagoon & Blue Lagoon

    03| My 5 Biggest Lessons of 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 39:29


    On today's episode, Mel shares some of her end of year reflections and goes through the top 5 biggest lessons that she's taking away from 2021, and how she's using them to propel her into 2022. She talks about: + How reflection is KEY to setting your year up right + Why our energy flows where our focus goes + Why you must be the ultimate decision maker in your life + Why 'DONE' is better than 'perfect' + The need to let go of anything you cant control + How everything is always figureoutable And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! Books mentioned in this episode: -The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck - Mark Manson -Not Sure What Im Doing But F*ck It - Ron Lim -Everything if Figureoutable - Marie Forleo In case you missed her last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

    02| Why Hard Things Can Help Move Us Forward: My Cancer Journey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 37:49


    In today's episode of the Pursuit of Purpose Podcast, Mel gets super real and raw with you on a topic that hits really close to home, sharing some of her most difficult "hard things" to date, and how these struggles can actually help move us forward. Mel talks about: + How we can look at hard things differently + Her cancer journey and what it taught her + Ways we can reframe what struggle means for us + How to see the good through anything + Finding meaning through our hardest experiences that can help shape our lives And much more! LETS HANG OUT TOGETHER!! Sign up for my FREE 30 min one-on-one coaching sessions - available for a limited time only! I'd love to help support your in all you're trying to achieve! Schedule your call HERE! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and drop me a review below - and stay tuned for more inspiring episodes weekly! In case you missed her last episode! Follow along with me at @iammelissakeh or send me an email at melissakehbareham@gmail.com

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