WELLNESS FROM WITHIN™ with Melissa Stewart - Health Coaching, Empowerment, Discipleship & Faith

In this episode, I sit down with my friend, Krisi Monsivaiz. Krisi is a fellow momma, wife, and community builder extraordinaire. Krisi shared with us the simple and effective ways to build community right in our own homes. She shares her personal story about building her much-needed community. She gives us practical ways to be intentional about gathering with purpose and hosting with confidence. Get your note-taking tools ready... this episode is FULL of information you're going to want to save. Equipping and encouraging women to~ Create delicious food~ Host with confidence~ Gather with purpose~ Cultivate community Follow Krisi on Instagram @krisimonsivaiz Visit her website here: https://www.thegoodsoil.co/ Download her Freebie - Countdown to any Holiday here: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/f9r7u7

So many of us are overthinking every single step. We are stuck in the HOW. How will this work? How will this turn out? How will people receive it? The brain wants to stay stuck in the HOW forever. Today, I'm showing you a different way to get into ACTION. Share this episode with a friend or family member that you think will find it encouraging. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to GET UNSTUCK? Download the 3-day mini-course for FREE and get unstuck for good! https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Ever paid attention to how often you think judgemental thoughts about yourself or speak about yourself in a judgemental way? In this episode, I offer you an alternative way to view your judging mind and give you a practical exercise to use throughout your day. A judgemental mind often shows up anxiety, depression, or overwhelm in our lives. Try replacing that with Curiosity and see what happens. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com . . Tell me if this is you. --→>>>> You know you need a change in your life, but you have no clue where to begin. You're always learning new information, but never following through with implementing anything? Do you find yourself procrastinating and taking no action toward your goals? You're busy doing a lot of things, but still feel stuck and overwhelmed with life? My Fall 2022 Group Life Coaching Program is OPEN for JOIN. Give yourself 12 weeks to clarity in confidence around your walking toward your goals and the purpose God has for you. Sign up Here - spots are limited. https://little-coke-274.myflodesk.com/

It's no secret that fear pops up anytime we decide to grow or take action toward our goals. Today I want to share the 3 most common fears I see that keep us stuck from taking action, and I'll show you ways to acknowledge those fears while taking courageous action forward. If you are in a season where you are ready to take the next step toward your goals then you are going to LOVE this episode. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com . . Tell me if this is you. --→>>>> You know you need a change in your life, but you have no clue where to begin. You're always learning new information, but never following through with implementing anything? Do you find yourself procrastinating and taking no action toward your goals? You're busy doing a lot of things, but still feel stuck and overwhelmed with life? My Fall 2022 Group Life Coaching Program is OPEN for JOIN. Give yourself 12 weeks to clarity in confidence around your walking toward your goals and the purpose God has for you. Sign up Here - spots are limited. https://little-coke-274.myflodesk.com/

When you're short on self-confidence, it simply means you haven't spent enough time building it. Your lack of self-confidence is not an inherent personality trait, but a lack of building the skill. Try changing your patterns of thinking and behavior using the tools given in this Podcast Episode. Then you can begin to construct a better self-image through a Biblical lens. If you've felt stuck in any area of your life - God is calling you to step out in faith and release the mindset of fear so that you can boldly walk in your purpose as a child of God. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Tell me if this is you. --→>>>> You know you need a change in your life, but you have no clue where to begin. You're always learning new information, but never following through with implementing anything? Do you find yourself procrastinating and taking no action toward your goals? You're busy doing a lot of things, but still feel stuck and overwhelmed with life? My Fall 2022 Group Life Coaching Program is OPEN for JOIN. Give yourself 12 weeks to clarity in confidence around your walking toward your goals and the purpose God has for you. Sign up Here - spots are limited. https://little-coke-274.myflodesk.com/

If you're someone who struggles to commit to a decision or you get caught in an overthinking mindset to the point that you stay stuck....this episode is for YOU. Decision-making is a skill. Most of us did not learn how to make decisions from a place of choice and empowerment, but rather from a place of necessity and emotion. I'm walking us through learning the skill of decision-making so that we can take action and move forward with our purpose and goals. Tell me if this is you. --→>>>> You know you need a change in your life, but you have no clue where to begin. You're always learning new information, but never following through with implementing anything? Do you find yourself procrastinating and taking no action toward your goals? You're busy doing a lot of things, but still feel stuck and overwhelmed with life? My Fall 2022 Group Life Coaching Program is OPEN for JOIN. Give yourself 12 weeks to clarity in confidence around your walking toward your goals and the purpose God has for you. Sign up Here - spots are limited. https://little-coke-274.myflodesk.com/

This week is all about noticing how we talk to ourselves. Did you know your thoughts and words have the power to create our reality? Many of us are stuck and overwhelmed because we are allowing unuseful thoughts to create our life. In this episode, let's start taking each thought captive. Using principles from Jesus' work as he walked among the people, we will look at Matthew chapter 9 - this will blow your mind! It's not hard, friends. Let's elevate our life by noticing our thoughts. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes. Do you want to release OVERWHELM and ELEVATE your life? In my 1:1 Coaching Program - we do just that. Click the link below and schedule a FREE 30 Minute Consult Call. When you are aligned with God's purpose for your life - anything is possible. https://calendly.com/melissalovestewart/30min

Y'all! One of my biggest goals/dreams came true last week. I received my Life Coach Certification! For many years I've had a goal of becoming certified through the Life Coach School. And I finally took massive action, said YES to my dreams and DID IT! The opportunity came up and I didn't say no. Today I'm sharing my biggest takeaways from the training - I'm excited for what is to come and I'm challenging every faith-filled woman of God to step up and LIVE a bold and confident life so that YOU can make an impact in this world! Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to ELEVATE your Life and Business? Join our Community here for weekly encouragement and ACTion tips towards your goals. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Today's episode is all about making Bible Study simple. Our special guest, Eva Kubasiak shares a method she uses to help make Bible Study simple, fun, and effective. We chat about the ONE mindset you need to keep you in the Word daily. She walks us through overcoming myths about our time in the Word. And most importantly, she points us back to our connection with our Creator. One of Eva's Favorite Passages right now is: Titus 3:4-8 Eva shares so much value with us in this conversation. You can connect with Eva on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/evakubasiak Eva offers several FREEBIES as well as her Word in Color course on her website here: https://www.evakubasiak.com/ If you're landing here today feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, and full of procrastination - you're in the right spot. Today is a new opportunity to show up for yourself and step into the life of your dreams. I'll show you how!! Let's jump on a Clarity Call - www.melissalovestewart.com Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Are you ready to UPLEVEL life! Join our Soulful Community here for weekly encouragement and ACTion tips towards your goals. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Motivation is the key to taking action toward any goal - and yet, many people say they lack motivation. When we lack motivation - we stay stuck. Today, I'm sharing 4 common reasons you might be unmotivated AND the strategies to help you find your fire again and get moving toward your goal. If you're landing here today feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, and full of procrastination - you're in the right spot. Today is a new opportunity to show up for yourself and step into the life of your dreams. I'll show you how!! Let's jump on a Clarity Call - www.melissalovestewart.com https://calendly.com/melissalovestewart/30min Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Are you ready to UPLEVEL life! Join our Soulful Community here for weekly encouragement and ACTion tips towards your goals. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

So many people I know want to change their life. So few people actually take action to do it. Why is this? Honestly, it's because of limiting beliefs around what's possible for them. It's easier to play small than to go for it!! I'm here to hopefully SHIFT your mindset around achieving your goals today. In this episode, I chat about how my work as a LIFE COACH can be valuable to your journey. How I came to be a Coach and the impact coaching has had on my personal life. If you're landing here today feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, and full of procrastination - you're in the right spot. Today is a new opportunity to show up for yourself and step into the life of your dreams. I'll show you how!! Let's jump on a Clarity Call - www.melissalovestewart.com Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Are you ready to UPLEVEL life! Join our Soulful Community here for weekly encouragement and ACTion tips towards your goals. https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Today I'm sharing a personal story from my journey with you all.  And just a head's up, I recorded this podcast on my back patio so be prepared to hear the sounds of nature!  I wanted to encourage you with a goal that I set for myself when I was just married, and I walk you through how this goal has transpired in my life - way beyond what I had even imagined.  I hope you'll listen in and be encouraged to take action towards your own goals and dreams.  I want you to know ANYTHING is POSSIBLE.  I believe that will every fiber of my being and I know that when we are aligned with our God-given purpose - the sky is really the limit. If you want to get CRYSTAL CLEAR on your ONE goal - Let's chat about my 1:1 coaching program.  It's time to release the overthinking mindset and put some ACTION behind those thoughts.  Click the link below to schedule a Clarity Call with me. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life!  Join our Soulful Community here for weekly encouragement and ACTion tips towards your goals.  https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627c1f8e46c9ddac8218a3d6 I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Today's episode is all about stepping outside of the box when faced with a decision. If you feel like you're always stuck between two choices - I want to offer you a third option in today's episode. I want to help you ask the question, "What else can be true?" So much of our anxiety and overthinking mindset comes when we feel trapped in our options around a particular decision. I invite you to listen in today and find the missing link for you that will help you make great progress on your personal journey as you release the stress around your decisions. Are you READY to Take ACTION in your health or your wellness? Join the 3-month Coaching Experience with me. This is YOUR time. Give yourself the GIFT of 3 months to hit YOUR health and wellness goals. Click here and let's get you started!! https://melissalovestewart.com/experience Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

May is mental health awareness month. If you know me you know how passionate I am about finding true wellness from the inside. So much of our focus in the wellness industry is placed on our physical well-being and while that is absolutely imperative - we must continue the conversation around mental health. So today's episode is filled with tips and suggestions and recommendations on ways to really be intentional about your mental wellness this month. You are worth the time. You are worth the work. And it is work, there will be days when it seems impossible, and I promise you, if you will continue to look inward you will find peace, joy, contentment, and true wellness from within Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

I'm happy to share this conversation with all of you today.  It's a conversation with my friend and colleague, Linda Rathje.  Her family spent many years in Ukraine supporting the Ukrainians in many ways.  She is deeply connected with the people there and shares an up-close and personal perspective about the current events happening in Ukraine today.  She walks us through how she found her purpose and navigated life through uncertain times.  She shares so many nuggets of wisdom that we can all take to heart.   There are also many ways we can stay connected to the events in Ukraine as well as support those who are doing the hard work there now.  I hope you'll listen and learn from this episode. CONNECT: Learn more about Linda Rathje and her work as a business coach and marketing strategist here https://www.sunshinewebdevelopment.com/lindarathjecoaching/ Monetary Giving is always welcome - Learn more about how to help those in Ukraine here: https://reliant.org/ukraine.relief.fund Follow Maia, Linda's Ukrainian friend, for daily heartfelt postings from Ukraine: https://www.facebook.com/maia.mikhaluk

You wake up in the morning completely groggy, you feel like you've been run over by a mac-truck most days, your getting 6-8 hours of sleep per night, but you might as well have had 1 hour. Your energy is low all day, you are chugging caffeine from sun-up to sundown, you can't think clearly, there's way too much on your list to do, your head hurts, your retaining weight and your blood pressure seems to rise by the minute. Sound familiar? You might have an overactive sympathetic nervous system. Today we will chat about how to regulate your nervous system and move from FIGHT MODE to REST MODE. It is possible with intention and it is highly beneficial to your health and well-being. So take a minute for YOU. You are worth the time and energy. My hope is that you'll find awareness and the courage to shift into a healthier and stronger version of yourself. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Are you an Overthinker? Me too. In today's episode, we will chat about ways that Overthinking keeps us stuck and ways to recognize this pattern in order to move forward. You are NOT alone, Friend. Together we can use overthinking to fuel our journey to a healthier version of ourselves. Stay tuned until the end for a BONUS 5-minute meditation for Overthinking Mindset. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Today let's chat about our thoughts vs. our feelings. So often we communicate our thoughts as feelings, but are they really feelings??? In this episode, we will break down the differences. I'll also share a beautiful practice that I learned many years ago from Byron Katie. She's a thought leader and a beautiful soul in the personal development world. When we learn to take our thoughts captive, we find that we have the power to shift - lean in and move forward into a healthier version of ourselves. I hope you'll lean in and see what resonates with you today. Also, check out The Work of Byron Katie here - https://thework.com/ Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Are you open to considering the power of love as the source of all things? That everything else will pass away but LOVE will remain? Friends, Listen close...LOVE Is the secret ingredient to your complete healing and transformation. My hope with this episode is to just water your heart a bit, to tend to the soil of your soul and help you pull back some of the weeds that have covered up what you are - LOVE. I LOVE you all and am honored to walk this journey alongside you. ps. Stay tuned for the bonus 5-6 minute guided meditation today on...you guessed it...LOVE Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Do you often talk yourself out of things? Do you have an excuse as to why you can't get healthy or stick to a wellness plan?  Maybe you tend to uproot yourself often and jump from program to program looking for motivation or momentum.   You may be self-sabotaging your own efforts, friends.  And you don't even realize you are doing it. Join me in this episode as we walk through the reasons we may be engaging in this behavior.   Here's the BEST part.  We discuss 4 ways to move out of self-sabotage into action.   You being here is HUGE. This could be the very chat you need to help shift your awareness and get clarity on your health journey. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Join our Wellness Community here: my.community.com/melissalovestewart I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Well, we made it to 2022.  Did you make a decision to make some changes in your personal health journey? Or has life thrown a few curveballs your way forcing you to lean into change unexpectedly?   I'm with you.  I'm walking the path of change even today. And you know what?  We will all be walking this path of change for the remainder of our lives.   So HOW do we navigate change without always feeling so resistant to it?   In this episode, I'll walk us all through a few ways we can practice surrender and learn to lean into the opportunity that is available if we will open and let it be. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

In a world where the term 'self-care is often exploited - as women, we often feel guilty for taking care of ourselves. We spend most of our time pouring into and taking care of so many others in our life - as we should. But what happens when our own well-being begins to suffer? Do we feel free to say "no" or to take time to rest our body, mind, and soul in ways that are beneficial to us? Today, Dr. Zoe Shaw sheds light on what it truly means to take care of ourselves. She shares with us her own journey to finding the true meaning of self-care. She also encourages and challenges us to look for small shifts that lead to great impact over time. Dr. Zoe is a licensed psycho-therapist, a life and relationship coach, a mom and author of the book - A Year of Self-Care: Daily Practices and Inspiration for Caring for Yourself. Here are some powerful takeaways that Dr. Zoe shared: 1. Start where you are. Self-care is a practice, not a one time event. 2. We can look to Jesus himself as a role model for soul-care. 3. Even in Christian circles, women are made to feel ashamed for taking care of themselves. 4. When we have a pure understanding of true self-care - we can shift out of shame. I hope you'll share this important episode with the women in your life who need to hear it. Connect with Dr. Zoe Shaw on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drzoeshaw/ or her website at: https://drzoeshaw.com/ Buy her Book here: https://www.amazon.com/Year-Self-Care-Practices-Inspiration-Yourself/dp/1648765092 Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

I'm spilling the beans now...Today's episode is a challenging chat. It's the hard conversation all women of faith need to hear - I promise you'll finish encouraged and empowered to move forward on your wellness journey. Grab a friend, a cup of coffee, and your notepad because you'll want to take notes on this one. Bible verses from today's episode: James 4:1-8 Matthew 23:26-28 There is no condemnation for us (Romans 8:1) We can never be separated from God's love (Romans 8:39) We have wisdom from God (1 Corinthians 1:30) Our labor is not in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58) We are a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17) We become God's children (Galatians 3:26) We have every spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3) We have the forgiveness of sins (Ephesians 1:7) We were also chosen (Ephesians 1:11) We've been given the incomparable riches of God's grace (Ephesians 2:7) We who were once far away have been brought near (Ephesians 2:13) We are built together as a holy building (Ephesians 2:22) We may approach God with freedom and confidence (Ephesians 3:12) We are light (Ephesians 5:8) We can give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:18) We have faith, hope, and love (1Timothy 1:1, 14) We can gain an excellent standing and great assurance (1 Timothy 3:13) For we are God's handiwork (Ephesians 2:10) We have the promise of life (2 Timothy 1:1) Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

In today's episode, I'm bringing us all to Psalm 139 for a heaping dose of encouragement. If you're feeling alone or without purpose or direction. I hope you find rest in this mini-episode of truth from David's writing in Psalm 139. Also, don't forget to join the Christian Women's FB Group - Click the link below and I'll add you right away. https://www.facebook.com/groups/474367923284838 Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes. Welcome to the Wellness from within podcast, I'm Melissa Stewart, an overthinker and purpose-driven gal who knows what it's like to be overwhelmed and underwhelmed at the exact same time. Follow along and we'll learn to fight fear with faith, we'll set an intention to fuel our body, feed our soul, and free our minds, from the inside-out, and ultimately discover Wellness from Within.

Do you feel stuck in your health goals? Do you find yourself breaking promises to yourself over and over? Do you easily burn out after making a commitment to yourself? If you answered 'yes' to any of these...you are not alone. Many of us feel the pressure - until we just give up. Today, I'm offering a different perspective along with one simple tool you can use each and every morning to help you start your day - pressure-free. I hope you are encouraged, my friend! Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Today I sit down with Laura Ciampa, founder of Inspiring Essential Wellness. This conversation is packed full of tips and practices to move us out of stress into resilience. Here are some questions to consider: Are you overwhelmed? Do you worry about the future? Do you sometimes feel like the world is closing in on you? Do you live with anxiety and fear? In this episode, Laura Ciampa with Inspiring Wellness introduces us to HeartMath, a stress relief modality that focuses on the heart wave and coherence. This technique teaches us how to bring our brain, mind, body, and emotions back into a balanced alignment. Laura also introduces us to 3 Practical ways to practice stress management By preparing, resetting, and sustaining. We have the power to feel better or move out of stress. Laura shares a technique that we can implement at any moment throughout our day to ground us and move us out of stress into a resilient mindset. She is such an advocate for the promotion of well-being and shares a bit of her personal story of journeying through anxiety and stress in her own life. You can connect with Laura on her website https://www.inspiringessentialwellness.com/ On Instagram @laura_inspiringwellness Laura also references a few of her favorite resources for us below: Dr. Joe Dispenza - https://drjoedispenza.com/ Gregg Braden - https://www.greggbraden.com/ Gaia TV - https://www.gaia.com/ Bible App - https://www.youversion.com/the-bible-app/ Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Are you tired? Worn out? Looking for answers and finding none? In this week's episode, we'll chat about what it means to be an amateur. To lean into the questions surrounding our health, our wellness, and our faith. We'll tackle our addiction to being comfortable at all times and look deeper to find meaning in the process. Using Matthew 11:28-30 as our guide, let's learn to be curious. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity Or join our ENCOURAGEMENT Text Thread by texting "Hi" to 832-234-9440. I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

In this episode of Wellness From Within, we'll discuss a fresh approach to goal setting this year. Maybe New Year's Resolutions don't work very well for you...spoiler alert: me either. Today I'll share 3 simple steps to put into practice to help you reach your goals at the beginning of the new year and every day forward. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

What a year 2020 has been. Today I want to encourage you to reflect and release as we move through the last few days of this year. Real-life here. I recorded this session in my car - because why not end this year with just real-life normal yall! I've enjoyed this new adventure of podcasting this year. Thank you all for listening. Without you, there is no podcast! I hope you'll lean into this episode and be encouraged as you head into 2021. Acts 17:26 And he made from one man every nation of mankind to live on all the face of the earth, having determined allotted periods and the boundaries of their dwelling place, that they should seek God, and perhaps feel their way toward him and find him. Yet he is actually not far from each one of us, for In him we live and move and have our being. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

How many years have you wrestled with your weight, your diet, your health habits? Maybe you're like me and you've been on a very long journey to finding true relief or the answer in terms of your health. Trying fad diets, participating in numerous health challenges, looking to weight loss programs, meal plans, and signing up for more gym memberships than you can count. I want to take us straight to God's word today. I think it's time we ask for help. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

September is Self-care Awareness month. But what does that mean or look like in the life of a Christ Follower? If you've ever felt guilt or shame about your body or around the idea of self-care. I invite you to sit with me for a few minutes and chat about what the scripture says in regards to our body. I think you'll be surprised and encouraged along the way. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

It's September. Maybe you've been laying low these past few months. Your strength and will is depleted. This episode is for you. You may feel depleted, but you are not defeated, friends! Seize the day. Use this moment to begin again. Learn and grow. See the hand of God at work in every step of your journey. I'm here encouraging us all today - Let's begin again. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

How many times have you heard the phrase "Love God, Love Others"? Especially in the last few weeks. It seems to be everywhere. This phrase taken from the passage in Mark 12 has become the anthem for many, and rightfully so, because it is the greatest of commands to us all. But what if we're missing one small piece of the puzzle...what if our perception is just a bit skewed? Today I'm digging into this phrase in hopes that we all walk away encouraged and a little more aware of just how powerful this phrase is. Thanks for joining, friends! Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Do you feel like your life is filled with good intention? Do you also feel like you're a hamster in a wheel spinning out of control? Maybe this episode will help shed some light on the power of intention in regards to our health, wellness, and life. As we enter the summer months it's a good thing to remember how powerful intention is and utilize it to keep us moving forward. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Are you feeling like you're on an emotional roller-coaster right now?  Yea. Me too. The past few months have definitely been a crazy ride for all of us.  But what do we do with all of this emotion?  And how does it affect our physical health? Today I want to chat with you from my heart about all the emotion we are feeling. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Summer is here!! I thought today would be a great time to chat about my favorite tool in my healthy tool-kit. I'm not a fan of diet theories - which is why I love this way of eating - Intermittent Fasting. I share what it means to IF and how it might benefit you on your health journey. Tune in if you're looking for a new tip to help jumpstart your summer eating regimen. Happy Fasting! Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Emotions are at an all-time high during this time. We are all experiencing emotions that have been tucked away for years. How do we walk through these emotions? And why should we walk through them at all? Today, let's chat about what it means to really sit with our emotions and I'll even share an exercise we can use to feel the emotions safely. Thanks so much for joining, friends! You are the reason I keep recording and I'm grateful for you listening in. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals? Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

When the world around us pivoting.  Can we sit with the questions of our heart and look inward to grab ahold of our purpose? How will this test move us forward into the plan God has for us? We've been assigned, friends. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

If you're wondering what in the world I do and Who in the world I am. Let me introduce you to me :) In this episode, I share a little about what I do as a health and wellness coach and how my story brought me to this place. I don't believe you're here by chance and I hope that you are encouraged and inspired in some way today. I'd love to connect with you - so please drop by and say hi on FB or Instagram at the links below. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can join our Wellness Community here: https://mailchi.mp/melissalovestewart.com/joinourcommunity I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.  

How many times have we heard as Christ-followers that are bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit? So what exactly does that mean, and how do we even begin to honor God with our bodies? If you've ever felt guilt or shame about your body or around this scripture.   I invite you to sit with me for a few minutes and chat about what the scripture is saying to us in 1 Corinthians 6 in regards to our body. I think you'll be surprised and encouraged along the way. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Do you feel foggy? Overwhelmed? Maybe you've lost your creative flow or you're just flat out exhausted. You need a good Mind De-clutter, friend. Just like our bodies, our faces and our garages at times...our minds become cluttered and crowded with so many unnecessary items just hanging around taking up space. It's time to clean that mess up! Today I'm sharing 5 ways we can de-clutter our mind - most of them are immediate decluttering sessions. ALL of them are things you can do RIGHT NOW - as in today! So come on in and have a listen.   Let's chat all about how to clear the clutter in your mind. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Nothing fancy here, folks.  Just your gal discussing practical ways to live a holistic life.  And they are super easy to implement! Making small shifts can really lead to great impact and I believe if you will do these 4 things every single day you will see results and forward action on your wellness journey. So whether you're just starting out and you are rolling your eyes saying "what in creation is this girl talking about? Holistic huh?" that's ok.  This is episode is for you, friend! Maybe you're super-crunchy and you got this holistic gig bagged up...well step right up because maybe you can teach us all a thing or two...listen in and leave your feedback for me. Really though? Who doesn't want to live a more vibrant, energy-filled life?   Let this encourage you to take action and maybe you'll be surprised at how simple yet effective these tips are. Ok friend, Thanks for stopping by.   I'd love it if you would share with a friend or another crunchy mama or maybe someone that is looking for direction in their wellness journey. Share the love, yall! Sending out lots of love and expectation to YOU! Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

What are you focusing on lately during this crisis or even in your wellness journey? How is your mindset affecting your outcome? Today I want to spend a few minutes coaching us through a small, but powerful mindset shift. My hope today is that you will take this small shift and use it to bring a great impact to every area of your life. Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

We all suffer from sickness at some point or another.  Maybe it's physical, but it could also be emotional or mental sickness.  Today I'm sharing 4 ways that we can walk through sickness to get our bodies and our minds back to a healthy state. I'm not a doctor nor claim to be, but these are ways that have helped me and I hope they will help you now or at some point when you need them. Thank you for sharing these few minutes with me.  I pray that you are encouraged and strengthened today. "Whatever is in the cup that God is offering to me, whether it be pain and sorrow and suffering and grief along with the many more joys, I'm willing to take it because I trust Him" - Elisabeth Elliot Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

What is Functional Medicine and what does a holistic approach to our wellness look like?   Today I sit down with Dr. Laura DeCesaris to discuss a few really key points in regards to approaching our health and wellness this way. A few things we cover in this conversation: What is functional medicine? What are the benefits of holistic living? How can we really implement this non-traditional approach to our every day lives - even during this pandemic. How treating the symptom is only a piece of the puzzle. Dr. Laura's key piece of advice for all of us. I know you will be SO encouraged and gain much insight from Dr. Laura's practical and powerful tools.  She is such a light and full of great insight and I can't wait for you all to hear our conversation. About Dr. Laura DeCesaris: She is the founder of HeartRoot Health, a functional medicine practice.  She has a degree in Biology and Society with a concentration in Nutrition and Health as well as an MS in Applied Clinical Nutrition and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.  Her practice consists of walking clients through a personalized approach to holistic wellness with an emphasis on functional medicine.  She offers 1-1 services as well as group training and she even has a way to offer services remotely.  Connect with her below: http://heartroothealth.com/ Dr. Laura also offers a Private FB Group - Where she shares recipes and tips for FREE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nutritionalhealingcollab Recommended reading and resources: Deep Nutrition Book - Dr. Catherine Shanahan - https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Nutrition-Your-Genes-Traditional/dp/1250113822 Mark Sisson - Primal Living and Keto Lifestyle - https://www.marksdailyapple.com/ Ben Greenfield - Health, Wellness, and Fitness Guru - https://bengreenfieldfitness.com/ Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?   Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

I've spent almost 12 years studying wellness.  Trust me, I've come across some wonderful things and life-changing information.  My life is definitely not the same as it was when I started and I praise God for His grace in this journey.  But I've also discovered a few myths and false belief systems around wellness that did not serve me at all.   In this episode, I debunk 3 myths about wellness that may surprise you. I talk about my personal journey and what I've learned in regards to wellness along the way. I give us all a few practical ways to really approach our wellness and life goals while encouraging us in a few areas we tend to neglect. My prayer is that you are encouraged and walk away with even the smallest nugget of information to nudge you along the way. Keep stepping, friends!   Let's Connect on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/melissalovestewart/ Or over on the Blog - www.melissalovestewart.com Are you ready to UPLEVEL life and wellness goals?  Learn how you can work with me personally here: https://melissalovestewart.com/new-services/ I'm all about sharing the love and spreading light to as many people as we can. I'd love for you to share this podcast with your friends and family. And make sure to hit SUBSCRIBE so that you catch all the latest episodes.

Do you feel like you're looking through a dogged up lens? Aimlessly wandering without clear vision? Today we are talking about clarity. Clarity is the lens through which we see purpose. It's our map. In this episode we discuss 4 ways to find Clarity and keep it. These are daily practices not happenstance, but disciplines that if implemented will give your crystal clear clarity every time! Follow me over on Instagram @melissalovestewart. And be sure to connect to our community of women by joining our email list over at www.melissalovestewart.com

We are wrapping up our series on Purpose. Understanding a little more about what it means to connect with others and how this brings us to a greater clarity to our life's purpose is what we're discussing in this episode.

Last week we talked about Purpose. This week we dive a little deeper and discuss how connecting to self can lead us to our God-given purpose. Connect with Melissa at www.MelissaLoveStewart.com

Have you ever wrestled with what your purpose is? I have. Maybe we make it all too complicated and when we stop and break it down it's really not that hard to find our purpose after all. Breaking it all down for us in 2 simple thoughts today

Y'all! This is my very first podcast episode- I don't even know how to contain myself right now!!! I'm just here to say Welcome and connect with all of you in a different space to discuss my absolute passion. Listen in for more on what to expect and a little about me as well.