Podcasts about mellissa

"Power gets smarter when it remembers the web." *** If success has started feeling like you're doing it all yourself and wondering why it's so exhausting, this episode is for you. Mellissa explores the archetype of the Co-Creator, the part of any intuitive leader that knows how to leverage connection with timing, guidance, body wisdom, and plain old human support to create the miracles we envision.  We are trained to be a one-man-band. One brilliant person has the vision, works like a maniac, overcomes the odds, and arrives at the top looking impressively self-made. Nice fantasy, Superwoman. That's not how it works. In this episode, Mellissa talks about the constellations that actually make the good stuff happen in your life: the introduction someone made, the intuitive hit you almost dismissed, the prayer you kept private, the body signal that you honored, and the perfect timing you could never have engineered on your google calendar. This is a conversation about grounded intuitive leadership, co-creation, and what happens when you weave energies instead of pushing your agenda. You don't have to lead alone. You were never meant to.   In this episode: Why the "self-made" success story is a lie What Co-Creator power looks like in intuitive business leadership How timing, relationships, prayer, and body wisdom actually participate in what you build Why so many high-achieving leaders get tired of carrying the weight of the world alone What grounded intuitive leadership brings into the room that the old model kept out Why the old boss-centered origin story is a dying falsity If you've been trying to muscle your next level alone, this episode might help you remember the web that's been helping all along, so you can make this next jump with connection and ease.   More Resources:  Take the Soul Gift Quiz: https://www.soulgiftquiz.com   Join the FREE Explore Your Gifts Circle: https://academy.channelyourgenius.com/explore     Connect with Mellissa Website: https://www.channelyourgenius.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MellissaSea    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@channelyourgenius    Substack: mellissaseaman.substack.com   Keywords intuitive business leadership, grounded intuitive leadership, Co-Creator, intuitive leadership, co-creation, spiritual leadership, intuition in business decisions, body wisdom, soul-led business, collaboration, leadership development

"Growing in celebrity, growing in wealth, growing in status, has growing pains." *** Rich people, famous people, and people on the quick upswing of success deal with a particular energetic struggle that most folks aren't tracking. Introducing a new term for something we haven't been talking about -  the Projection Load: the accumulated energetic weight of other people's attention, expectation, judgment, and longings landing in your field when you're a little (or a lot) famous. If you're intuitive, empathic, or spiritually open, that load can get heavy fast. You can't always tell what's yours and what got lobbed into your field by other people watching you. Your energetic body gets puffed up with all those projections, influences, and the literal buzz of other people imagining stuff about you.  This is the gunky heavy part about being rich & famous & successful. So let's talk about grounded intuitive leadership, intuitive boundaries, and what it actually takes to hold your field when it gets bigger. Success brings new energetic struggles: how to stay clear, how to hold your own space, and how to tell what's real in you when a whole lot of people are projecting their stuff your way.   In this episode: How other people's attention lands in your nervous system before your brain even has words for it The Projection Load, and why it gets confusing, smothering, and crazy-making for intuitive leaders How praise, criticism, and expectation can flood your system in sneaky ways Why big lives require sophisticated support Bubble stewardship: knowing what belongs to you and what belongs to them Why energetic boundaries are mandatory for holding integrity as a leader Inside our programs, every session begins with "Bubble Breathing," an exercise Mellissa developed to help leaders clear their field and grow in clarity. If your field is getting bigger, it might be time to learn how to hold it.   Resources Mentioned Activation Circle: https://channelyourgenius.com/channel-your-genius-activation-circle   More Resources:  Take the Soul Gift Quiz: https://www.soulgiftquiz.com   Join the FREE Explore Your Gifts Circle: https://academy.channelyourgenius.com/explore     Connect with Mellissa Website: https://www.channelyourgenius.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MellissaSea    YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@channelyourgenius    Substack: mellissaseaman.substack.com   Keywords grounded intuitive leadership, Projection Load, intuitive boundaries, energy sensitivity, nervous system and intuition, spiritual sensitivity, visibility and leadership, intuitive discernment, Activation Circle, Bubble Breathing, Projection Load, Grounded intuitive leadership, Intuitive boundaries

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AI, business leadership, and client trust are shifting toward something more human, more relational, and far less performative. Mellissa breaks down how trying to be right, polished, and "professional" actually erodes connection and authority over time. She shares how improv training reshaped her leadership, introducing the "fool archetype" as a powerful access point to authenticity, trust, and real influence in business.   In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About: • Why being right, serious, and professional can weaken leadership presence • How improv and the practice of "yes and" build trust and connection • The fool archetype as a missing piece for high-achieving professionals • What happens when leaders shift from competition to collaboration • Bringing play, risk, and authenticity into high-level business environments   Timestamps 00:00 The cost of being "right" in leadership 00:26 High-achiever identity and early conditioning 01:00 Entering improv and learning "yes and" 02:25 Discovering the fool archetype 04:05 Letting go of performance and control 06:18 Trust, connection, and relational intelligence 08:12 Bringing play and authenticity into business 09:42 Closing insight on leadership and presence   More Resources: 

Sales, emotional intelligence, and client trust come together here in a grounded look at what a real sales conversation is. Mellissa reframes sales as a space where leaders hold emotional intensity without manipulation, guiding people through decisions that matter. This is about value, consent, and staying steady while fear, anger, or grief move through the room.   In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About:  • Using elemental emotional intelligence in sales conversations (fire, water, air) • Why fear, anger, and grief naturally arise during high-stakes decisions • The difference between manipulative sales tactics and ethical space holding • How to respond to objections by recognizing emotional signals, not resisting them • Creating a structured, consent-based sales container that builds trust   Timestamps 00:00 Sales as emotional space holding 01:02 Fire, water, and air as emotional intelligence 07:42 Why decisions trigger emotional responses in clients 12:30 Holding intensity instead of pushing for the sale 18:45 Navigating objections through boundaries, fear, and focus   More Resources: 

AI, leadership, feminine authority, and client trust are reframed through a grounded conversation on the sovereign queen archetype with Lisa Schrader. Mellissa and Lisa move beyond surface ideas of power and into lived leadership rooted in the body, relationships, and inner authority. This episode brings in elemental wisdom, partnership leadership, and the capacity to hold both grief and beauty while continuing to lead with clarity. In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About:  Why the queen archetype has been misunderstood and how to reclaim it personally  Sovereignty as authorship and the responsibility of creating your own life  Using the four elements as a living framework for leadership and decision-making  The shift from dominator models to partnership-based leadership • Emotional range as leadership capacity, including grief, joy, and uncertainty Timestamps 00:00 Introducing Lisa Schrader and the queen archetype 03:30 Nature, resourcing, and leadership through rest 06:20 Authority, authorship, and the four elements 12:30 Partnership culture and redefining power 18:40 Emotional capacity and the real work of leadership   About Lisa Schrader Lisa works with high achieving and spiritual women who are done being driven by pressure and ready to be powered by pleasure. Her work with sacred sexuality has been featured on Oprah. She's a certified professional coach through the International Coaching Federation. Loves living on land with her husband in Sierra foothills tending their chickens, veggie and flower gardens. Watch her free masterclass From Pressure to Pleasure: The Shakti Woman Way: https://www.awakeningshakti.com/masterclass Website: www.awakeningshakti.com     More Resources: 

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https://listentogcr.live/SincerelyAccraFrom dealing with bosses to being a part of your job's inner circle, Joseph and Kwame give you all the tea on how to survive in your 9 to 5. Press Play! Music OpeningOshe - Reynolds The Gentleman ft. Fra! Music Bridges MIA - E.LBlue Ticks - Kelvyn BoyFor Nothing - Kofi Kinaata Amen (Amapiano Remix) - Fra! ft. Second TestMoney Makes The World Go Round - RCeeMy Dear - RCEE, Mellissa Music Closer Ibiza - Twitch 4EVA, Joey B & DJ LORD OTBhttps://listentogcr.com/

On this episode of the Natasha Helfer Podcast, Natasha is joined by Mellissa Perry Hill, MS, LPC. They discuss how high-demand religions affect the "self". Mellissa Perry Hill, MS, LPC is a Licensed Professional Counselor and approved clinical supervisor based in Arizona, where she owns and operates Inner Compass Counseling & Consultation, LLC, a small group practice serving clients in Arizona and Utah through virtual and in-person care. Her work centers on supporting individuals and couples healing from religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and faith transitions, with particular experience working with those impacted by high-control religious systems, including Mormonism. Mellissa's clinical approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), DBT, and narrative therapy, with an emphasis on nervous system regulation, identity reconstruction, values-based living, and restoring internal authority after spiritual harm. Her work is shaped by both professional training and lived experience navigating faith transition and major life change. She is the author of the "Faith Transition Journal," a self-published reflective resource created to support individuals processing disaffiliation, grief, and meaning-making after leaving religion. Mellissa has developed and facilitated curricula and group experiences for local faith-transition and religious-trauma communities and regularly provides consultation, supervision, and education for clinicians working in this area. Mellissa has been a guest on numerous podcasts and professional conversations focused on religious trauma, ethical mental health care, and post-faith identity development. She also maintains an active online presence through her professional community and Instagram platform, @mellissaperrytherapy, where she offers education, reflection, and resources for both clinicians and clients. She is certified as a sex-informed professional and works with couples navigating intimacy, attachment, and relational repair after purity culture and spiritual conditioning. Quick link: Instagram @mellissaperrytherapy  @shley.does.therapy (the other clinician who works with men and LDS specific issues at Inner Compass!)  Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CMsAzrjS6/ Clinician Newsletter: https://inner-compass-counseling.com/instagram-email-subscribers Website: www.inner-compass-counseling.com  Faith Transition Journal: http://www.amazon.com/dp/b0cdz79s55/ Psych Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mellissa-perry-hill-gilbert-az/848150 Booking for Clients: https://inner-compass.clientsecure.me/   To help keep this podcast going, please consider donating at natashahelfer.com and share this episode. To watch the video of this podcast, you can subscribe to Natasha's channel on Youtube and follow her professional Facebook page at natashahelfer LCMFT, CST-S. You can find all her cool resources at natashahelfer.com.  The information shared on this program is informational and should not be considered therapy. This podcast addresses many topics around mental health and sexuality and may not be suitable for minors. Some topics may elicit a trigger or emotional response so please care for yourself accordingly. The views, thoughts and opinions expressed by our guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or feelings of Natasha Helfer or the Natasha Helfer Podcast. We provide a platform for open and diverse discussions, and it is important to recognize that different perspectives may be shared. We encourage our listeners to engage in critical thinking and form their own opinions. The intro and outro music for these episodes is by Otter Creek. Thank you for listening. And remember: Symmetry is now offering Ketamine services. To find out more, go to symcounseling.com/ketamine-services. There are also several upcoming workshops. Visit natashahelfer.com or symcounseling.com to find out more.

What happens when high-level leadership strategy meets intuitive intelligence, emotional wisdom, and energetic alignment? In this powerful episode of the Channel Your Genius Podcast, Mellissa Seaman sits down with executive coach, Human Design specialist, and leadership advisor Mary Clavieres to explore how senior leaders can make clearer decisions, lead with confidence, and expand into their next evolution without burning out or losing themselves. Mary shares her journey from a 15-year corporate career in pharmaceutical manufacturing and lean transformation into entrepreneurship, executive coaching, and intuitive leadership work. Together, Mellissa and Mary explore the often unseen emotional and energetic support leaders need when navigating growth, transformation, and identity shifts. They dive deeply into the mind-body connection, how the body often signals when misalignment occurs, and how tools like Human Design can help leaders understand their decision-making style, leadership strengths, and authentic energetic blueprint. This conversation is a grounded yet expansive look at leadership that integrates strategy, embodiment, and intuitive knowing — helping leaders step into their genius with clarity, alignment, and sustainable success. In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About: How intuitive and energetic support strengthens executive leadership and decision-making The mind-body connection and how physical symptoms often signal leadership misalignment How Human Design reveals decision-making styles, leadership energy, and authentic alignment Why high-achieving professionals often struggle to trust intuition (and how to reclaim it) Supporting leaders through transformation, expansion, and identity shifts Timestamps 00:00 – Introducing Mary Clavieres and bridging corporate leadership with intuitive strategy 08:15 – The mind-body connection and why leaders disconnect from embodied decision-making 13:20 – When the body forces change: burnout, stress signals, and leadership transitions 17:30 – What Human Design is and how it supports aligned leadership and decision-making 23:00 – Understanding energetic leadership styles and working effectively with different decision types   About Mary Clavieres Mary Clavieres is a trusted thought partner for leaders navigating growth, change, and complex decisions. With a background in engineering and corporate leadership, she brings a grounded, systems-based approach to intuitive decision-making. Her work weaves together mind-body awareness, Human Design, and leadership advisory to help people reconnect with their inner authority and lead from alignment. Mary is the author of Mind-Body Connection Unlocked and host of the Find Yourself, Change Your Life podcast. Get your free human design chart: https://www.maryclavieres.com/getyourchart  www.maryclavieres.com  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-clavieres-19917a7  https://www.instagram.com/mary.clavieres    More Resources: 

What if the way you're meant to build your business is already written into your soul's design? In this special reposted interview from Christina Solstad's Message Mastery podcast, Mellissa Seaman shares the deeper meaning behind the Soul Gift framework and how understanding your energetic gifts can transform the way you market, sell, communicate, and lead. Mellissa and Christina explore how intuitive and spiritually attuned entrepreneurs can translate their natural gifts into clear, resonant messaging that attracts aligned clients. Mellissa reveals the five Soul Gift archetypes and explains why recognizing your primary gift helps you stop forcing business strategies that drain you and start building success through your natural strengths. This conversation is a powerful invitation to understand your energetic blueprint, clarify your voice, and build a business that reflects your true genius.   In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About:  The five Soul Gift archetypes (Messenger, Transmitter, Creator, Explorer, and Researcher) and how each influences business, marketing, and communication style Why many intuitive leaders undervalue their natural gifts — especially when those gifts feel effortless or invisible The difference between niche and umbrella brand — and how your Soul Gift reveals your long-term business expansion Why messaging clarity matters more than branding visuals, websites, or marketing channels when building a sustainable business The importance of reflection, mentorship, and human guidance when translating intuitive gifts into profitable and aligned work   Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction: What Your Soul Gift Reveals About Your Business 04:10 The Five Soul Gift Archetypes Explained 14:45 Messaging, Marketing, and Selling Through Your Natural Gift 24:30 Niche vs. Umbrella Brand: Building Long-Term Expansion 33:50 The Power of Reflection, Mentorship, and Human Support More Resources: 

Mellissa explores why boredom and stagnation at work are not signs of failure, but signals that an essential part of you has been left behind. She introduces the Adventurer archetype, the first archetype in the Wheel of Wisdom, and shows how reclaiming curiosity, risk, playfulness, and experimentation can re-ignite passion, creativity, and leadership. This conversation is an invitation to bring more of you back into your work and to remember that inspired leadership begins with engagement. In This Episode, Mellissa Talks About: Why boredom and disengagement at work are not normal or inevitable How losing connection to the Adventurer archetype leads to stale leadership The hidden cost of suppressing curiosity, creativity, and personality in professional life How leaders transmit passion, or stagnation, to teams, clients, and communities Simple questions to help you reclaim your Adventurer and re-spark motivation Continue the journey with a guided drum journey activation, walking you through the Adventurer Archetype, and allow your passion for your work to come back online. Join the Explore Your Gifts Circle for free access to this drum journey activation: https://academy.channelyourgenius.com/explore More Resources:

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Many of the most powerful teachers of the mysteries are also fierce protectors of truth, and in this conversation, Mellissa Seaman sits down with one of the clearest voices in the modern Magdalene field: Kathleen McGowan. Kathleen is the New York Times bestselling author of the Magdalene series, a lifelong investigative researcher, and a living steward of the lands and lineages connected to Mary Magdalene. Together, they explore what it means to actually study the Magdalene, historically, spiritually, culturally, and somatically, especially in an age where AI-generated "expertise," borrowed teachings, and spiritual fan-fiction can travel faster than lived lineage. This episode is a grounding invitation for anyone who feels devoted to depth: to the land, to the elders, to the documents, to the real human story without losing the mysticism that makes Magdalene's legacy so catalytic. In This Episode, You'll Learn ✅ Why rooted teachings require time, apprenticeship, and real relationship with place ✅ How to discern historical truth from modern spiritual overlay (and why it matters) ✅ The difference between channeling insight and declaring historical fact ✅ Why land-based lineages (like southern France) require proper guidance and stewardship ✅ The importance of honoring the OG women whose scholarship cracked the story open ✅ What "dilution" does to sacred teachings, and why it echoes the very forces we're trying to heal Timestamp Highlights 00:00–03:40 — Mellissa introduces Kathleen's work and the urgency of truth 03:40–07:40 — AI, "downloads," and the rising confusion around Magdalene teachings 07:40–12:30 — Apprenticeship, embodied learning, and why elders matter 12:30–19:40 — Land stewardship, spiritual permission, and the cost of flattening lineage 19:40–26:50 — Honoring the women who opened the field + the responsibility of transmission 26:50–34:30 — "I just want the spiritual info"… and why the history is spiritual 34:30–41:40 — Magdalene as catch-all divine feminine symbol (and why that erases her) 41:40–50:24 — Integrity, devotion to truth, and Kathleen's invitation into deeper study More About Kathleen McGowan Kathleen McGowan is an internationally published author and researcher known for her decades-long devotion to Magdalene history, land-based lineage, and source-rooted spiritual teaching. Her work bridges investigative scholarship with lived, embodied transmission, bringing students into a deeper relationship with Magdalene as a real woman with a real legacy. Explore Kathleen's Work The Real Mary Magdalene (course + curriculum) https://www.kathleenmcgowan.com/therealmarymagdalene Kathleen's website https://www.kathleenmcgowan.com/ Kathleen's Substack- https://kathleenmcgowan.substack.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/kathleenmcgowan  More Resources

What would change if you had clear words for who you are and what you're here to do? In this solo episode, Mellissa walks you through her 3-step system for discovering your unique gifts, your intuitive genius, and your right timing in life and leadership. Drawing on 20+ years of work with thousands of people, she shows you how to move beyond who you were trained to be and come home to who you actually are. You'll explore the five Soul Gift types, the four types of intuitive genius, and Mellissa's Wheel of Wisdom map that aligns your growth with the seasons of the year. Whether you're a sensitive transmitter, a brilliant creator, a word-loving messenger, a truth-seeing researcher, or a boundary-pushing explorer, this episode gives you a compassionate, practical framework to finally name and claim your intrinsic expertise. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why so many smart, sensitive people end up doing work that isn't actually aligned with their true nature How the Soul Gift Quiz helps you remember who you are beneath family expectations, schooling, and social conditioning The 5 Soul Gift types (Creator, Messenger, Transmitter, Researcher, and Explorer) and how each one experiences the world differently Why transmitters are often the least "seen" in our culture and why Mellissa is so passionate about honoring and supporting them The 4 types of intuitive genius (Embodied, Creative, Relational, and Visionary) and how they show up in everyday life, leadership, and decision-making How to recognize which forms of intuitive genius you already lean on, and which ones you're ready to develop next An introduction to Mellissa's Wheel of Wisdom and how its monthly archetypes help you work with the seasons instead of against them How understanding your own gifts and genius helps you lead teams, run families, and collaborate with very different types of people with less friction and more grace Why this kind of self-knowledge is foundational for the next generation of leaders — especially intuitives, empaths, and sensitives More Resources:

What if the very success you've been working toward is the thing that hurts the most? In this episode, Mellissa Seaman explores the growing pains of success: those tender, disorienting moments that can arise after you've reached the goals you once dreamed of. Inspired by a conversation with a highly successful, world-renowned client, Mellissa shares why big expansion can surface grief, loss, and unexpected emotional challenges. Old relationships may fall away. Long-held identity stories dissolve. Even joy can feel complicated when you outgrow who you once were. This episode is a reminder that success isn't just measured by money, recognition, or achievement, it's also about soul growth. When you step back and view your life through your soul's perspective, what feels like loss can be revealed as completion, wisdom, and deep spiritual victory. If you've ever wondered why winning can feel like losing, or why expansion sometimes comes with grief, this conversation will help you breathe, reframe, and trust the larger arc of your becoming.   In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why success can trigger grief, jealousy, and identity shifts ✅ How old relationship patterns often dissolve during expansion ✅ Why meeting your goals can expose outdated inner stories ✅ How to view endings and losses through your soul's perspective ✅ A powerful reframe to help you celebrate success while honoring the growing pains   More Resources:

Many of the world's most impactful healers, mentors, and innovators began life as "the gifted kid", high-achieving on the outside, deeply sensitive and intuitive on the inside, yet never truly understood the spiritual architecture behind their brilliance. In this special episode, the mic flips. Venus Castleberg, Home Whisperer, healer, and longtime friend and collaborator, interviews Mellissa Seaman about her awakening journey, one that moved her from Stanford-educated attorney and devout Catholic leader into a mystical, multidimensional intuitive strategist serving thousands. Mellissa shares how the birth of her second child blasted her open to spirit guides, energy sensing, and spontaneous healing abilities, why the traditional frameworks she grew up with could no longer contain her lived experience, and how she navigated the messy, miraculous path of becoming a shamanic channel and mentor without a roadmap. This conversation is intimate, funny, honest, and deeply clarifying, especially for anyone experiencing their own intuitive expansion or wondering what to do when life reshuffles you into your true gifts. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ How Mellissa went from gifted student → lawyer → intuitive healer ✅ What actually sparked her psychic awakening (and why it felt strangely natural) ✅ The difference between imagination and true spiritual sight ✅ Why spirit teams are vast, fluid, and more symbolic than literal ✅ How Mellissa was "initiated" through phases: sensual awakening, trauma clearing, dark-energy work, and more ✅ The real distinction between coaching vs. mentoring when developing intuitive gifts ✅ Common mistakes new channels make (and the ones Mellissa made so you don't have to!) ✅ What's next for Mellissa—and the surprising new direction spirit is calling her into ✅ Her core message: You cannot fail at life. Your soul is held, guided, and supported beyond what you can imagine.   More Resources

Many of the most powerful leaders on the planet are secretly empathic, intuitive, and deeply sensitive, and have no idea that's what's really driving them. In this episode, Mellissa talks with Julie Jakopic, President and CEO of iLead Strategies, who advises policymakers, elected officials, NGO founders, and humanitarian organizations on the political front lines. Julie is highly respected as a strategist and consultant… and she's also a deep empath, artist, and intuitive. Julie shares how she used to deny her intuition and pay a huge energetic price, how she finally understood that she was feeling other people's feelings, and how she now uses her intuitive gifts to support leaders in one of the most tumultuous, conflict-filled cultures in the US right now. This is a must-listen for any empathic creative or undercover intuitive who wants to stay present, ethical, and effective in a wild and transforming world. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ How intuition shows up long before you have language for it ✅ The hidden cost of pretending to be "all rational" when you're actually empathic ✅ The simple question Julie gives her clients: "Whose feelings are these?" ✅ Why "woo" is often just science we haven't built yet ✅ Small, practical practices to discharge energy and stay resilient in chaos   More About Julie Jakopic Julie is the President and Chief Executive Officer at iLead Strategies. She helps visionary leaders and organizations do work that matters and live lives they love. Whether she is working with Fortune 500 executives, elected officials, nonprofit changemakers, or mission-driven founders, Julie helps clients cut through the chaos, get clear on their goals, and build resilient, people-first organizations that actually deliver results. Freebies & Events:

Leaders who come from their inspired Calling often feel drained, tired, and worn out. They're doing BIG Work every day, so it kind of makes sense… right? NO, wait! Mellissa has noticed something powerful: if it's draining you, it means there's a mismatch. Maybe your focus needs to be updated. Maybe you never found the perfect-fit offering. Maybe your audience isn't quite right. We see it all the time with the intuitive leaders we serve, when they adjust what they offer, to whom, and how, everything changes. Suddenly they feel energized by their work, their impact grows, and their revenue increases… even as they start doing LESS. Just because you're magically gifted, empathic, or intuitive doesn't mean you shouldn't be strategic with your magic. Your gifts can create more results than "normies" ever could.    In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ Why sensitive, empathic leaders often burn out ✅ How to work in deeper alignment so your work energizes you ✅ Why intuitive offerings shouldn't be priced by the hour ✅ The mindset shift that allows empaths to receive higher fees ✅ How pricing impacts client results (more than you think)   More Resources:

Not everyone gets to have this kind of behind-the-scenes experience. As a spiritual mentor and intuitive guide to high-net-worth clients, Mellissa Seaman has occasionally been flown on private jets for her work. While she loves the miracle of flying, whether on a commercial airline or a tiny puddle jumper, her first time on a private jet revealed a world most people never get to see. In this episode, Mellissa shares a rare, candid look at what it's actually like to fly private, and how these luxury experiences illuminate the growing divide between economic realities. Her stories are both hilarious and eye-opening, offering a grounded perspective on wealth, privilege, and conscious leadership. She breaks down the three biggest surprises that opened her eyes to how differently the ultra-wealthy travel, and how these luxuries can shift worldview, comfort, and even ecological awareness.   In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ What flying private actually feels like behind the scenes ✅ How luxury can create (and distort) different lived realities ✅ Why wealth often comes with eco-guilt and why it rarely stops the behavior ✅ The surprising humanity beneath the glamor ✅ How these experiences deepen Mellissa's compassion across economic divides   More Resources:

Do you ever feel like midlife has made you invisible? In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Mellissa Seaman reframes one of the most misunderstood transitions in a woman's life, menopause and midlife, as a portal into power. Far from fading away, women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s are stepping into a deeper visibility; one rooted not in appearance, but in truth, love, and embodied magic. Mellissa explores how this "menno-passage" initiates a profound transformation, revealing your authentic wisdom and intuitive strength. If you've ever felt unseen or uncertain about your changing role, this episode will remind you that you are not fading, you are forging. In This Episode, You'll Learn: ✅ The myth of invisibility and how to reclaim it as your sacred cloak of power ✅ Why midlife is the prime time for spiritual and intuitive awakening ✅ The three pillars of wise woman visibility: Truth, Love, and Magic ✅ How embodied experience transforms into authority and magnetic presence ✅ Why the "witch" archetype represents mature, contained creative energy   More Resources:

Hello and Welcome back to the Disney Nerds podcast.  This week we have Mellissa sharing a great Trip Report with her and her Son in WDW.  This was a trip that had the Poly, DVC Night at AK, Halloween Party at MK, and on top of that, a preview off the New Zootopia Ride at Animal Kingdom.  This was such a great show.  You're gonna have a fun Listen!  All Kudos go to Mellissa for that great picture of the Mount Everest.  

In this powerful solo episode, Mellissa Seaman calls on every intuitive entrepreneur, healer, and purpose-led professional to stay the course. In a world that feels divided, fearful, and uncertain, she reminds us that your soul-led business isn't just personal, it's revolutionary. Mellissa breaks down the three "snakes" of our time: the cultural forces that threaten to suppress wisdom, compassion, and freedom, and how your work as an awakened leader is the antidote. This is a call to action for all spiritual entrepreneurs to double down, not retreat; to lead with heart, not fear; and to remember that your sacred work helps heal the world. If you've been questioning whether to keep going, this episode will reignite your conviction and reconnect you to your purpose.   In This Episode, You'll Learn: The three "snakes" Mellissa sees poisoning our collective culture and how your business helps neutralize them Why your entrepreneurship is a revolutionary act of freedom and self-determination How spiritual bypassing and co-opted religion feed division and what real compassion looks like The role of feminine leadership in restoring balance, sovereignty, and empathy How to meet this moment with courage, clarity, and sacred strategy Why staying on your path (even when it's hard) is a radical act of light and love   More Resources:

In today's episode, Mellissa pulls back the curtain on one of the hottest buzzwords in leadership and coaching today: neuroscience. While corporate and executive programs rush to anchor every insight in brain scans and data, Mellissa challenges the obsession with what can be measured and calls us to reclaim the mystery, intuition, and higher intelligence that science alone can't explain. Drawing on her years of working with intuitive professionals and grounded mystics alike, Mellissa explores how our fixation on "neural hacks" and logical proof can actually limit human potential. True wisdom, she argues, doesn't live only in the amygdala or prefrontal cortex, it flows from the greater field of consciousness itself. If you've ever felt torn between your rational mind and your intuitive knowing, this episode will help you bridge both and expand beyond the box of "what can be proven." In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why neuroscience can only take us so far in understanding human intelligence How intuition operates beyond measurable neural processes The risks of over-reliance on logic and "brain-based" coaching How to integrate neuroscience with mysticism for more authentic leadership Why the most powerful breakthroughs come when science and spirit work together Are you ready to lead from your full intelligence, not just your brain? Join the conversation and share your thoughts in the Wisdom Collective.   More Resources:

What if your dog is more than "just a pet"? In this heartfelt solo episode, Mellissa explores the sacred role our animals play in our spiritual lives as teachers, mirrors, and bridges between the human and the wild. Drawing from her own Apache ceremonial experience, her work with intuitive veterinarian Dr. Vanessa Gafferrer, and her deep connection with her dog Lucy, Mellissa shares how our animal companions help us remember our primal selves, model unconditional love, and guide us through seasons of change and grief. You'll also meet Louie, the newest (and most mischievous) member of Mellissa's family, and hear reflections on what animals teach us about joy, patience, and the magic of presence. If you've ever felt your dog understood you more deeply than words could explain this one's for you. In This Episode, You'll Learn: How animals serve as spiritual teachers and energetic mirrors What Mellissa's Apache family taught her about dogs in ceremony The ways pets connect us to the primal and the divine How intuitive veterinary medicine can reveal the emotional link between human and animal What Lucy and Louie are teaching Mellissa about aging, play, and love Have your animals shown up as spiritual teachers in your life? Share your stories in the comments or in the Wisdom Collective.   More Resources:

In this inspiring conversation, Mellissa Seaman sits down with Ragan Thomson, a global spiritual teacher, healer, and philanthropist, whose work bridges the worlds of divine feminine wisdom, conscious leadership, and global collaboration. From her early life as an intuitive empath to her current mission guiding healers, women, and changemakers into deeper connection with Spirit, Ragan shares the journey of awakening that brought her into her soul's purpose. Together, Mellissa and Ragan explore how to balance deep spiritual calling with worldly impact, the power of collaboration over competition, and the new era of group consciousness emerging across the planet. Talked about in today's episode:

In this episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman guides you into a profound and practical connection with the land and its spirits. At a time when the human world feels chaotic, the earth offers grounding, wisdom, and stability. Through guided practices, teachings from her Apache mama Maria, and her own lived experiences, Mellissa shares how to release anxiety, receive support from the earth, and collaborate with the unseen spirits of the land.   You'll learn how to: ✅ Ground deeply to release tension and anxiety through the “blah” breath and relaxation techniques ✅ Connect with the mycelial network of the earth to access energy, wisdom, and healing across sacred places worldwide ✅ Reawaken childlike wonder to perceive the fairies, guardians, and land spirits that want to collaborate with us ✅ Restore balance with the land by listening, honoring, and making offerings in the highest good Mellissa also shares powerful stories from her own land in the cedar forest and how working with elemental spirits helped her restore harmony after disruption. This conversation is both mystical and practical, a reminder that we are not alone and that sanity and peace are found when we reconnect with the living earth.   More Resources:

What happens when a professional athlete turns her lived experience into a mission to transform the mental game for the next generation? In this episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman interviews Danielle McDonough — a former Division I and professional hockey player turned Mindset Optimization Coach. Danielle now helps athletes and parents build confidence, resilience, and mental strength that extend far beyond sports. They dive into the hidden pressures young athletes face, the toll of tying identity solely to performance, and the powerful tools that support both athletes and parents in navigating high-pressure seasons with more balance and joy.   Talked about in today's episode: ✅ Danielle's journey from college and pro hockey player to mindset coach and author of The Empowered Athlete ✅ The invisible barriers athletes face and how mental performance tools help them break through faster ✅ Why nurturing multiple identities beyond sports prevents burnout, stress, and depression ✅ The importance of rest, recovery, and giving athletes (and adults) time to miss their sport ✅ Hidden stressors like tryouts, recruiting decisions, and waiting periods and how they affect athletes and families ✅ Tools for parents to regulate their emotions and better support their kids in sports ✅ Simple but powerful practices like box breathing to calm nerves and reset the nervous system   Guest Bio: Danielle McDonough is a former Division I and professional hockey player who has transformed her own challenges and victories into a career helping athletes thrive. With a Master's in Sport & Exercise Psychology, she now works as a Mindset Optimization Coach supporting athletes and parents to build confidence, resilience, and mental strength. Danielle is the author of The Empowered Athlete, and she serves as the official mental skills coach for USA Hockey's National Development Camp. Through her programs, Danielle teaches practical mental performance tools that not only elevate athletic performance but also create balance, identity, and confidence in life beyond sports.   Resources & Links:

You are already a channel. The question is: how is your transmission showing up, and are you being cared for so it can flow? In this episode Mellissa unpacks what it means to be a transmitter (and a double transmitter), why your gift can feel invisible in modern culture, and how a transmitter's sensitive emanation actually benefits whole communities when it's nurtured.  If you've ever felt like people want to “sit next to you” and soak up your vibe without understanding your value, this one's for you. Mellissa offers practical, tender reframing (and a little business-savvy advice) for how transmitters can create their own “temple”: a life + practice that feeds them so their signal stays clear.   You'll leave reminded that: ✨ Your transmission is real even if it's not easily measured. ✨ Sensitivity is part of the tool, not a flaw. ✨ You can design a system that both protects your energy and allows you to be resourced for the work you do. If this episode landed: share it with another sensitive transmitter, and consider leaving a review, it helps the right people find these teachings.   More Resources:

Today I'm opening up another behind-the-scenes clip from inside my mentorship, because success in these times can't be built on strategy alone. Words and copy are important. Mindset and manifestation are important. But neither of them, on their own, are enough. What I've been witnessing (and celebrating!) are the breakthroughs that happen when we weave all three pieces together: ✨ Clear and confident words that express your true work ✨ Energetic clarity that dissolves old patterns and resistance ✨ Practical workflow and next steps that your nervous system can actually handle In this episode, I share real stories from my clients and students who have recently broken through income plateaus, released old baggage, and felt fully empowered to move forward. Their success wasn't luck, it came from aligning with all three parts at once. If you've been feeling stuck in your business, wondering why things aren't moving even though you're “doing the work,” this conversation is for you. What you'll hear in this episode: Why strategy, energy, and clarity must all be present for true breakthroughs How resistance to the energetic piece can quietly hold you back The role of personalized copy and clarity in building confidence to sell Real examples of clients who broke through by aligning words, energy, and workflow Why timing and trust are often the final keys to big shifts Breakthroughs aren't about pushing harder, they're about bringing together the pieces that allow your business to flow in a supported and abundant way.

Today I'm opening the doors and sharing a clip straight from inside my Business Mentorship. Why? Because this topic is too important not to share publicly. So many spiritual teachers ask me about integrity, especially when it comes to standing as a Divine Feminine channel and working with what we might call dark feminine wisdom. In this class clip, you'll witness one of my mentorship students having a profound breakthrough and claiming her authority to guide others through the gateways of the dark feminine because she's lived it. She's been torn apart and initiated. And now, she carries the wisdom to mentor with truth and transmission. This conversation gets real about the difference between coaching and mentoring, the “bronze key” initiation that can't be faked, and the Sage archetype that emerges only through lived experience. In this episode, you'll learn: ✨ The difference between coaching and true mentorship ✨ Why dark feminine work requires embodied initiation, not just training ✨ What integrity really looks like in spiritual teaching ✨ The transition from Contributor to Sage, and why it matters ✨ How your hardest life experiences become your greatest transmissions If you've ever felt the call to guide others through shadow work, this episode will validate what you know deep inside, and remind you that wisdom comes through experience, not just study. Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: ✨ Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose.

What if intuition wasn't a mysterious gift for a select few, but a practical, playful set of tools anyone can use to reclaim their personal power? Together, Deganit Nuur and Mellissa Seaman explore how imagination becomes a gateway to healing, why “lazy spirituality” often works best, and how simple practices like the Golden Sun and Grounding Cord can radically shift your energy, mood, and clarity in just minutes. This conversation is both empowering and liberating - an invitation to step out of the “intuitive closet” and into your own sovereignty. Talked about in today's episode: ✅ Why imagination is the key to shifting energy and reclaiming power ✅ Seven core tools from Imagine that anyone can use for healing and clarity ✅ How Nuur went from teaching energy practices in a Brooklyn kitchen to being featured in Vogue and Vanity Fair ✅ The importance of making spiritual practices simple, playful, and accessible ✅ What it means to “pop the balloon and move on” and why kids often master these tools faster than adults ✅ How teaching intuition creates empowerment instead of dependency ✅ Why coming out publicly as a psychic was harder for Nuur than coming out as queer Guest Bio: Dr. Deganit Nuur, DACM, is a trailblazing world renowned spiritual teacher, author, speaker, celebrity clairvoyant intuitive, acupuncturist, intuition expert and columnist for goop and resident healer.  Founder of Nuurvana Clairvoyant Healing™, Nuur is named one of the “Top 15 Intuitives Worldwide,”  and has been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America, and been written up in the New York Times, Forbes, Vogue, and Vanity Fair amongst many other reputable publications. Deganit has been practicing for over 19 years, has guided over 23,000 sessions worldwide, and has taught the energy tools presented in her forthcoming book, Imagine, to over 5,000 students. So many free spiritual resources for wildly intuitive and highly sensitive souls in her mighty network: https://nuurvana.mn.co/share/GzggrkLgvy89MiKX?utm_source=manual  Buy the book here: nuurvana.com/imagine    Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: ✨ Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose.

What if ceremony wasn't just a ritual, but the original technology of human evolution and Earth connection? In this transformative episode of Channel Your Genius, Apache ceremonialist Maria Yraceburu shares the sacred protocols, cosmology, and living wisdom of ceremony. Raised in a traditional ceremonial society, Maria reveals how ceremony keeps us in right relationship with the Earth, with Spirit, and with each other, and why learning protocol is essential for anyone walking an intuitive or shamanic path. Maria and Mellissa explore how ceremony shapes our healing, integrates our growth, and even supports the turning of world ages. From honoring the land and ancestors to embodying gratitude and vision, this conversation is a living transmission of Earth magic and ancient prophecy. This episode is not just a teaching, it's an initiation into remembering your birthright.     Talked about in today's episode: ✅ The true meaning of protocol in ceremony, and why etiquette matters as much as intention ✅ How ceremony collaborates with Earth as a living entity to accelerate healing and transformation ✅ The four pillars of every ceremony: intention, healing, gratitude, and vision ✅ Why integration is critical, and the biggest mistake most people make after ceremony ✅ The role of cycles, timing, and Earth's own rhythms in creating powerful ceremonies ✅ How ceremony helps humanity transition from the “world of soul sickness” into the Fifth World of reconnection     Guest Bio: Maria Yraceburu is a respected Apache ceremonialist, storyteller, and earth wisdom keeper who has led ceremonies her entire life. Raised in a traditional dreaming society on the Mogollon Rim of Arizona, Maria carries the sacred protocols and teachings of her lineage while offering them in accessible, healing ways for modern seekers. Through ceremony, storytelling, and apprenticeship, she helps people reconnect with the Earth, Spirit, and their own birthright as powerful collaborators in creation.

There is no one way to succeed in this art game. Melissa A. Mitchell is showing us all how to make moves with your art. The story will be told of her incredible run of partnerships, from Spanx, to Foot Locker to Bloomingdales, etc. Today on the Noize we're going to acknowledge and appreciate the creative talent behind the brand. Melissa talks about her process, her studio, her journey into wearable art, and the deeper connections under the bright colorful designs. Her new ventures include furniture, a new book of affirmations, and much more. That good art talk you love with a global superstar on the Noize! Listen, subscribe, and share!Episode 206 topics include:artist vs creativewhere do ideas come fromdeeper connections in Mellissa's artMelissa's studio set uppartnership with Bloomingdalesthe power of personalitydesigning furniturethe journey into wearable artnew book of affirmationsstories from people moved by your artMelissa A. Mitchell Bio:Melissa A. Mitchell is a powerhouse and a prominent Bahamian artist closing critical gaps in art, technology, and fashion worldwide. In just eight short years, the self-taught artist has earned international recognition and the attention of many high-powered and leading brands. This Miami, Florida native utilizes her ideas and creations to heal people through the happiness that only creating can bring. A global deal with Foot Locker, winning a Ford Explorer from a global contest/campaign, a global deal with SPANX, an official TED TALK speaker, an inaugural member of Hennessey's “Never Stop Never Settle Society, an Afropunk/ Shopify Black Fashion Accelerator member, and features in Forbes and Vogue (design worn by Lupita Nyong'o) only scratch the surface of her accomplishments. Her company, Abeille Creations (ABL), is unique and easy to identify, and Melissa's impact is undeniable. She is a proud graduate of Florida A&M University, holding a bachelor's degree in public relations and a minor in graphic design. She also earned a master's degree in public management from the elite institution. She cultivates her philanthropic reach through the college and as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She has created over 500 original art pieces and 40 larger-than-life murals. Other notable features and partnerships include ESSENCE Magazine, Black Enterprise, Atlanta Journal Constitution, The Huffington Post, Peloton, Cadillac, Microsoft, Pepsi, CNN, The Home Depot, MARTA, Jack Daniels, and countless others. Her signature headwraps are textiles that still hold beautiful life and have been worn on Tabitha Brown, Amara La Negra, Yandy Smith, Karen Civil, Rebecca Gross, and more. She is also the author of a coffee table book, Views from My Kaleidoscope and an interactive coloring book, Color &Manifest. The mind of Melissa is sharp and sure to continue to magnify the excellence placed in her to be a household and international name. The heart of Melissa is one of the best, and she pours it so graciously into her work and people, producing a needed change in this world. See more: Melissa A Mitchell's website + Melissa A Mitchell's IG @abeillecreations Follow us:StudioNoizePodcast.comIG: @studionoizepodcastJamaal Barber: @JBarberStudioSupport the podcast www.patreon.com/studionoizepodcast

What if your soul didn't just arrive on Earthbut landed here, on a mission from the stars? In this powerful episode, Apache ceremonialist Maria Yraceburu shares the ancient teachings of the Starseed Clans, totemic soul groups originating from the Pleiades, and how they shape your essence, timing, purpose, and power. Maria walks us through the mythic origin story of Earth's connection to the stars, and the seven animal clans that reflect our soul lineage: Wolf, Bear, Eagle, Puma, Deer, Snake, and Condor. Each comes with unique gifts, challenges, and frequencies you carry through lifetimes. This episode is not just a teaching - it's a transmission.   Talked about in today's episode: ✅ The powerful love story that seeded life on Earth from the Pleiades ✅ How indigenous prophecy maps our return journey “home” to the stars ✅ The 7 Totemic Starseed Clans and what they reveal about your timing, gifts, and soul mission ✅ Why knowing your Star Clan helps you understand your natural talents, relationships, and healing style ✅ Why linear time keeps us stuck and how each clan relates to time in its own sacred way   Guest Bio: Maria Yraceburu is a revered Apache ceremonialist, storyteller, and wisdom keeper who bridges ancient indigenous prophecy with practical spiritual insight. She teaches regularly inside the Wisdom Collective, offering deep earth-and-star-rooted transmissions that awaken personal power, healing, and ancestral remembrance. Website: https://www.yraceburu.org   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman.

In this soulful and illuminating episode, Mellissa Seaman sits down with longtime friend and true Renaissance woman Pam Vitaz to explore how we can integrate our spiritual gifts into pragmatic, grounded work without sacrificing our intuition, creativity, or soul. Pam shares her journey from invertebrate zoologist to real estate expert, intuitive guide, channel, and founder of the Hestia House Method, pioneering brand that bridges intuitive wisdom with real estate. You'll hear how years of diverse experience, motherhood, burnout, and inner healing led her to create a holistic framework that honors the hearth (Hestia), the home, and the human. If you've ever felt like you're “too multi-passionate” to niche down, or you're craving a way to bring your inner wisdom into the practical world, this one's for you.   Talked about in today's episode: 02:34 - Why multi-talented women are “enigma wrapped in a paradox” and the challenge of niching. 04:25 - Pam finally embraces her calling after years of resistance and what shifted for her. 06:44 - The burnout of over-contributing: when your gifts become a burden. 08:39 - The “Wise Woman Sweet Spot”: where your natural genius meets aligned contribution. 10:04 - Pam's journey from invertebrate zoology to intuitive real estate pioneer. 17:04 - Helping other intuitives enter real estate: bridging the gap between channeling and business.   Guest Bio: Pam is a mystical practic,  blending her intuitive and psychic gifts with grounded business of real estate and the founder of The Hestia House Method for energetic house clearing. www.Pamvitaz.com  www.hestiahousemethod.com    Free Gift from Pam:

In today's episode of Channel Your Genius, I'm joined by the brilliant and refreshingly real Elizabeth Power,  founder of the Trauma Informed Academy, intuitive translator, and longtime infiltrator of the systems that pathologize our pain. If you've ever felt like your emotions were “too much,” or wondered why it's so hard to focus, cope, or make a decision when life gets overwhelming… this conversation is for you. Elizabeth unpacks the difference between real dysfunction and natural trauma responses, and offers a powerful, practical path to reclaiming your emotional wholeness without shame, stigma, or spiraling. With decades of experience consulting for psychiatric hospitals, corporations, and government orgs, she lays out exactly what it takes to move from trauma reaction to emotional resilience. From Swiss cheese development to “trauma Olympics,” from invisible disabilities to the power of glimmers, this episode is full of wisdom, humor, and radical truth. Talked about in today's episode: 00:01:10 – What is trauma, really? Why most people's “crazy” is a normal response to abnormal events 00:03:00 – The system isn't built for healing Why diagnoses are often required for care — and how that hurts us 00:04:47 – Swiss cheese development How trauma interrupts emotional learning and leaves “holes” in our growth 00:06:00 – Trauma Olympics & emotional hierarchy Why comparing wounds keeps us stuck 00:07:45 – A different lens on healing How the Trauma Informed Academy supports people without retelling their stories 00:09:15 – Self-soothing and the power of feel-good glimmers What to do when your nervous system feels like it's had enough 00:11:15 – The 55-gallon barrel of pain How to add more “good” to the system instead of forcing things out 00:14:00 – What is overwhelm? How to expand your capacity and build resilience without bypassing reality 00:17:30 – We're not broken Why most emotional struggles aren't disorders — they're unfinished development 00:20:18 – The myth of the bad brain Rethinking diagnoses through trauma, epigenetics, and neuroplasticity 00:22:00 – Barking like a dog A powerful story of symbolic communication and misunderstood behavior 00:26:00 – Healing at the foundation Why emotional intelligence skills and trauma recovery go hand in hand Guest Bio: Intuitive. Exotic. Translator. Infiltrator.  All words used to describe this Founder of The Trauma Informed Academy. The TIA offers online and onsite training in Trauma-Responsive Emotional Intelligence to help people reduce the time, distress, and costs of recovery as well as increase protective factors for the future. Connect with Elizabeth: https://www.instagram.com/thetraumainformedacademy  https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethPoweronTrauma  https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethpower  Free Resource: Unlock Life: Build a More Resilient Self https://the-tia.org/unlockingyourstrength    Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman.

You are already a channel. The question is: how open is your channel, and are you letting your own genius flow through?   In today's episode, Mellissa guides you to understand how your Soul Gift, earned wisdom, and intuitive genius shape the way spirit moves through you. Forget the pressure to channel like anyone else, this is about your authentic, embodied expression.   Whether you're a healer, a leader, or a seeker ready to deepen your connection, this conversation will remind you: ✨ You are the message. ✨ You are the method. ✨ You are the one you've been waiting for.   Talked About in Today's Episode: 00:02:44 – What “earned wisdom” really is—and why your struggles are sacred 00:07:06 – The five Soul Gift types and how they shape your channel 00:15:02 – The four types of intuitive genius and how they impact your transmission 00:21:25 – Why you don't need to channel “celebrity spirits” to be powerful 00:26:05 – What it really means to channel your higher self 00:28:27 – How to identify the unique energy you're here to channel Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. https://www.soulgiftquiz.com Check Out The Wisdom Collective: Authentic teachings, regular clearings, and supportive community for Modern Wise Women, all for under $50/month! https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-collective   More Resources:

In today's episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman is joined by the radiant and irreverent Cinder Shine, author, musician, and longtime wellness coach, who lives and teaches what she calls rainbow resilience: a joyful, grounded philosophy for navigating life, death, and everything in between. Diagnosed with terminal cancer and still grinning, Cinder shares her hilarious, heartfelt, and deeply real perspective on living fully in the face of pain. From riding motorcycles with brittle bones to being lifted out of a hot tub by trees (yep, really), this episode is a love letter to radical joy, irreverent wisdom, and the power of choosing life even when it hurts. Her new book Terminally Smiling blends memoir, music, and meaning-making in the face of cancer and transformation. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone facing hard things, and craving a little more light.   Talked about in today's episode: 00:01:10 – From Knee Pain to Rainbow Resilience Cinder's journey from body-positive fitness coach to two-time cancer survivor and joy rebel. 00:05:29 – The “F* You Sundial” and Finding Gratitude Cinder shares her irreverent tool for moving from hopelessness to joy, even on the hardest days. 00:08:45 – How to Live Fully with a Terminal Diagnosis What it really means to walk the line between life and death and choose joy anyway. 00:12:33 – Feel Like a Rainbow in the Eye of the Storm The inspiration behind her new song and how she channels emotion through music. 00:14:38 – Death, Ceremony & the Power of Facing the End Mellissa and Cinder explore death as a teacher, and what it means to live fearlessly. 00:21:16 – Hot Tubs, Trees, and the Magic of Asking for Help A story you won't forget, how nature and spirit literally lifted Cinder when she couldn't lift herself.   Guest Bio: Cinder Shine is an author, musician, and irreverent wellness guide who's been helping people move through pain with humor and grit for over 30 years. A two-time cancer survivor and lifelong joy-seeker, she's the author of Plus Size Knee Pain Solution and her latest book, Terminally Smiling, a poignant, playful memoir on living and healing through life's hardest moments. Cinder brings fierce honesty, goofy wisdom, and unapologetic joy to every stage, page, and platform she graces.   Connect with Cinder Shine: Website: https://www.cindershine.com   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cinder.shine.ernst  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cinder_shine_ernst    Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman.   Keywords: Radical Joy, Cancer Survivor, Terminal Illness, Rainbow Resilience, Feminine Leaders, Wellness Coach, Intuitive Guidance, Healing, Humor, Death Ceremony, Living Fully, Emotional Resilience, Channeling Wisdom, Spiritual Growth, Embodied Joy, Creative Healing, Facing Death, Life After Diagnosis, Nature as Healer, Grief and Laughter

What if the manipulative marketing tactics we've tolerated for too long were not only outdated, but now illegal? In this fiery solo episode, Mellissa unpacks the European Union's recent ban on “dark patterns” in marketing, and why this moment is a huge win for soul-led entrepreneurs. From fake countdowns to shame-inducing opt-ins, the bro marketing era is being dismantled and Mellissa's here for it. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her own journey navigating (and rejecting) manipulative marketing norms, and explains how we can lead with compassion, consent, and consciousness moving forward. If you've ever felt gross about marketing or wondered how to grow your business without tricks or pressure, this episode is your permission slip, and your guide. Talked About in Today's Episode: (00:01:00) What the EU just banned and why it matters to spiritual entrepreneurs (00:03:30) Mellissa's personal experience inside the “conscious” bro marketing scene (00:06:00) Fake webinars, countdown timers, and the tricks we're DONE with (00:08:15) How deceptive tactics are hurting real soulful businesses (00:10:30) What “Roach Motels” and forced subscriptions have to do with Amazon (00:13:00) The full list of dark patterns now banned (and how to spot them) (00:16:15) Why ethical, transparent marketing isn't just better—it's more effective (00:17:45) What comes next: compassionate quiz funnels, private podcasts, and the rise of soulful strategy   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. https://www.soulgiftquiz.com  Check Out The Wisdom Collective: Authentic teachings, regular clearings, and supportive community for Modern Wise Women, all for under $50/month! https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-collective   More Resources:

In today's episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman is joined by her beloved Shima - mentor, elder, and ceremonialist Maria Yraceburu - for a deep conversation about what it truly means to live life as ceremony.  Raised in an intergenerational lineage of Earth wisdom keepers, Maria shares sacred teachings about the cyclical nature of ceremony, the role of the Earth in our rituals, and how modern seekers can reconnect with ancient ways without ego, appropriation, or performance. Together, Mellissa and Maria explore the living nature of ceremony as a sacred rhythm that sustains both personal and planetary well-being. You'll hear about the seven levels of ceremony, the four pillars of healing, and how to embody your unique role as a Holy One in this time of great planetary transition. This episode is rich with myth, laughter, and truth. It's a beautiful transmission for anyone feeling the call to root deeper, reclaim their sacred role, or simply remember that every act, when done with intention, can be ceremony.   Talked about in today's episode: 00:01:07 – Ceremony as a Way of Life 00:04:38 – The Seven Levels of Ceremony 00:09:06 – The Four Pillars of Healing 00:13:18 – Calling in the Spirit Team 00:17:34 – The Power of Play in Sacred Space 00:21:51 – Becoming the Holy One You Already Are 00:27:27 – Why Ceremonial Structures Evolve with the Grid Guest Bio: Maria Yraceburu is a ceremonialist, storyteller, author, and earth wisdom keeper from the Apache lineage. Raised by her great-grandfather and trained in ancient ceremonial traditions, Maria has spent her life walking the path of Earth-based spirituality and teaching others to live in harmony with the land, the stars, and the sacred cycles of life. Through retreats, trainings, and sacred gatherings, she helps people remember who they truly are and reclaim their role as stewards of peace and healing on the planet.   Connect with Maria: Website: https://www.yraceburu.org  Join the FREE Masterclass with Maria and Mellissa on July 22, 2025 http://academy.channelyourgenius.com/mellissama   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman. Keywords: Earth-Based Ceremony, Spiritual Leadership, Indigenous Wisdom, Holy One, Cyclical Living, Sacred Ritual, Nature Connection, Feminine Mysticism, Emotional Healing, Spiritual Ceremony, Ceremony as a Way of Life, Medicine Wheel, Prophecy, Mythology, Sacred Play, Energetic Grid, Wisdom Keepers, Shamanic Practices, Ancestral Connection, Sacred Feminine

What if your body held the wisdom to rewrite the story you've been living? In this vulnerable solo episode, Mellissa shares how menopause has become a spiritual initiation, forcing her to confront the patterns of pushing, proving, and performing that were rooted in old wounds.  She walks us through the three key turning points in her life where her drive came from pain, not power… and how her body is now teaching her to soften, surrender, and heal. If you've ever felt the pressure to be perfect while carrying the weight of leadership, this is for you.   Talked About in Today's Episode: (00:00:48) Why this isn't a polished teaching, but a real-time revelation (00:02:22) The 3 life events that shaped Mellissa's habit of over-performing (00:06:10) How trauma turned into a drive to prove herself (00:08:34) Menopause as a wake-up call: what the body really says (00:11:15) Why being a mentor doesn't mean being “above” the healing process (00:13:02) Releasing the need to guard, defend, and push (00:15:20) A new model of feminine leadership rooted in honesty and humanity   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. https://www.soulgiftquiz.com  Check Out The Wisdom Collective: Authentic teachings, regular clearings, and supportive community for Modern Wise Women, all for under $50/month! https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-collective     More Resources:

In today's episode of Channel Your Genius, Mellissa Seaman is joined by cultural strategist and creative visionary Angeline Chen to explore how art, spirit, and ecology can come together to heal the planet. From a 20-foot-tall Taino goddess sculpture regenerating coral reefs to NFT-powered mangrove restoration, Angeline's work is a radical invitation to reimagine what's possible when we co-create with land, indigenous wisdom, and political will. If you've ever wondered how creativity can drive real-world impact this conversation will open your heart and mind. Angeline shares her journey of founding three interwoven organizations that merge artistic expression with environmental justice and cultural restoration, creating a more abundant and equitable future for humanity and the Earth. Talked about in today's episode: 00:05:12 – The power of public art as sacred offering Angeline shares the story behind the massive Taino goddess sculpture and its role in ecological regeneration. 00:08:44 – NFTs, carbon credits & environmental restoration Learn how her team is using blockchain technology and digital art to fund mangrove protection in real-time. 00:13:21 – Co-creating with native wisdom & politics Angeline explores what it means to collaborate with indigenous elders, artists, and even politicians in land-based healing. 00:18:09 – Land as co-creator The land itself becomes a collaborator -what happens when we treat place as a living, speaking partner in creation? 00:22:47 – Art, impact & spiritual ecology Mellissa and Angeline dive into how art can serve as a portal between spirit and tangible change. Guest Bio: Angeline is a Mama, an Artist and an Social and Environmental Activist. With her Masters in Economic Development and Political Science and her passion in spirituality, yoga, art and community building - she is the co-founder of The Art Rising, Global Coralition and Earth Sama - all organizations that merge creativity and impact for a more abundant and equitable world for humanity and future generations. Connect with Angeline Chen: www.globalcoralition.org www.theartrising.com www.earthsama.com  Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman. Keywords: Spiritual Awakening, Psychic, Business Strategy, Divine Feminine, Healing, Energy Healer, Soul Gift, Midlife, Transformation, Feminine Leaders, Intuitive Guidance, Bridge the Worlds, Awakened, Spiritual Leadership, Art as Healing, Environmental Restoration, Cultural Strategy, Sacred Ecology, Indigenous Wisdom, NFT for Good, Climate Action, Regenerative Art, Creative Activism

Why is it that a weekend retreat can do SO much in just a few days? How come people experience big healing, and make some of their closest friends in retreat settings? Can this same magic be used to heal corporate culture? Come listen to me reveal the secrets to all of it. Understand why one well-structured and expertly facilitated retreat is better than a year of Zoom calls or AI app learning. See the positive future to transform a culture embittered by anxiety.   Talked About in Today's Episode: (00:00:51) The transformation Mellissa witnessed at her first retreat at 16 (00:01:45) The common arc of every powerful retreat: unwind, be seen, share deeply, integrate (00:04:55) How this arc applies across spiritual, healing, and corporate retreats alike (00:06:25) Why one well-designed retreat is more effective than a year of Zoom calls (00:07:50) The 3 things only live, in-person retreat experiences can offer (00:10:10) How the Soul Gift System creates instant connection and understanding (00:13:29) The power of “culture words” in building team alignment and belonging   Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-mastermind   More Resources:

In this episode, Mellissa Seaman sits down with Will Cady, a visionary who seamlessly bridges the realms of mysticism and modern business. As the author of Which Way Is North: A Creative Compass for Makers, Marketers, and Mystics, Will shares his journey from zen monasteries and touring rock bands to leading creative strategy at Reddit and co-founding the HEAL Movement. Together, they delve into the intersections of spirituality, creativity, and purpose, offering insights into how intuitive practices can inform and enhance professional endeavors   Talked about in today's episode: [00:02:15] Will discusses his early experiences in zen monasteries and how they shaped his approach to creativity and business. [00:10:30] The transition from being a touring musician to taking on a leadership role at Reddit, and how his artistic background influenced his corporate strategies. [00:18:45] Exploring the concept of "analog A.I." through tarot reading and its application in modern decision-making processes. [00:27:00] The inception of the HEAL Movement and its mission to integrate healing practices into organizational cultures. [00:35:20] Insights from Will's book, Which Way Is North, and how it serves as a guide for creatives seeking direction and purpose. [00:42:10] The role of intuition in leadership and how embracing one's inner mystic can lead to transformative outcomes in both personal and professional realms.   Guest Bio: Will Cady is the Co-Founder of the HEAL Movement and the former Global Brand Ambassador at Reddit. His multifaceted journey encompasses time spent in zen monasteries, years as a touring musician, and a significant tenure at Reddit, where he also served as the company's weekly meditation guide and tarot reader. Will has studied deeply with virtuoso musicians, mystical healers, and boundary-breaking entrepreneurs to develop a uniquely potent practice for cultivating creative vision. This practice is at the core of how he builds, leads, and advises leaders today.   Connect with Will Cady: Website: www.willcady.com Instagram: @willcady   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/willcady    Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Stay Inspired: Connect with Mellissa on Instagram @channelyourgenius for ongoing wisdom and insights to help you live your purpose, expand your influence, and thrive in your business and personal life as a WiseWoman.   Keywords: Spiritual Awakening, Psychic, Business Strategy, Divine Feminine, Healing, Menopause, Energy Healer, Soul Gift, Midlife, Transformation, Feminine Leaders, Intuitive Guidance, Bridge the Worlds, Awakened, Spiritual Leadership, Creativity, Tarot, Meditation, Purpose, HEAL Movement

Mellissa joins Stay By Plan for a raw and inspiring conversation about growing into your true self. Zuu and Mellissa share their journeys from quieter beginnings to stepping into their full power, while Afi shares how she's on the opposing path. Use LemFi to send money from the US, UK, Canada and the EU to Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya and Uganda within minutes, at competitive rates for ZERO fees! Download the app here: https://referral.lemonade.finance/invite/QVVdqqw3a5JBSZVz9Use our code STAYBYPLAN to get a $20/c$20/£10/€15 cashback on your first transaction from $100/c$100/£50/€50 and above!#LemFi #UseLemFi #CreatingwithLemFi #Sendmoney #Africa #Nigeria#Ghana #KenyaWe talk vulnerability, confidence, music evolution, and what Afro Sexy really means. Whether you're in your bloom era or still figuring things out, this episode will speak to your journey.

Hello and Welcome Back Disney Nerds.  This week Mellissa and Jayson are back from a quick, amazing DVC trip to WDW.  We talk about their first DVC trip and all the ways Disney Truley does Welcome You Home.  They had a great trip and we talk about the DVCV party, their upgrade to Concierge level, and the other fun things they got to this trip.  Here is the Boardwalk Room Walkthru link.  Thanks for listening!

In this powerful episode, Mellissa is joined by the incredible Linda Yraceburu—Romani healer, former medical professional, and co-founder of the Two Lights Healing program. Linda shares her fascinating journey from a high-pressure medical career into deep ancestral healing work and how reconnecting with body wisdom became her life's mission. Together, they explore how our bodies hold messages, how simple tools like water, salt, and hand-walking can restore vitality, and what it means to truly listen to the body as a sacred partner. Plus, you'll get a glimpse into Linda's time with renowned herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy and learn a few easy, powerful practices you can try at home.   Talked About in Today's Episode: Linda's transition from hospital-based cardiovascular radiology to traditional healing The moment her healing began—flat on her back and guided by her ancestors How dehydration triggers “the death gene” and what to do about it The role of colored salts and minerals in supporting energy flow and detox A hands-on demonstration of hand walking, a simple daily practice that supports all four bodies (physical, mental, emotional, spiritual) Insights from her time living and learning with legendary herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy Why healing doesn't have to be complex—and why KISS (keeping it simple, sweetie) is sacred wisdom   Connect with Linda: Website: https://www.yraceburu.org/linda.html  Learn more about Vas Pesh Handwalking: https://www.yraceburu.org/vas-pesh-class.html    Unlock Your Genius with Mellissa Seaman: Discover Your Soul Gift: Take Mellissa's free Soul Gift Quiz to uncover which of the five soul gifts is driving your life's purpose. Dive Deeper into Growth: Explore the Channel Your Genius Academy at channelyourgenius.com for personal and professional development resources. Check Out The Wisdom Mastermind: Want to add on private sessions for clearing and clarity each month with master healers for less than $500/month? https://channelyourgenius.com/wisdom-mastermind   More Resources:

Come join us at the Jensen Dental (https://jensendental.com/) booth during the FDLA Southern States Symposium & Expo (https://www.fdla.net/attendee-information) - June 13-14 at Signia by Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek in Orlando, FL Register today at: FDLA.NET This week we wrap up the episodes that we got while in the Ivoclar Ballroom at LMT Lab Day Chicago 2025. First up is Federico Manes from MODJAW (https://modjaw.com/en/). Federico talks about discovering the world of dental, using his digital background to help a lab get digital, and how they have worked out a system to bring accurate jaw motions to all design software. Then we meet Mellissa Everett. Mellissa loves being a dental technician. She loves it so much, she is usually working at two labs at the same time. She talks about finding out about dental, her desire to become a ceramist, and how her crazy work schedule has actually helped her become a better technician. We then wrap up the episode with a different conversation. Two past podcast guests come on to give us a follow up. Sandra Puurits is from Finland. Jay Work is from Pennsylvania. Last year they meet at Lab Day 2024 for the first time. Now they are engaged and enjoying being them..... together. Sandra's episode: https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/214 Jay's episode: https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/271 Don't miss this incredible webinar with Tanya Little, a dentist from beautiful Vancouver, Canada. We would like to invite you to a special webinar that she's hosting with Ivoclar (https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us) and LMT (https://lmtmag.com/) on Wednesday, May 7th, titled "Reflections from a Denturist: 20 Years of Crafting Dentures!". In this program, she will review the incredible history of removables with Ivoclar and focus on the new and exciting evolution based print resin and of course, the PM7. Her goal is to provide you with several key takeaways that will allow you to work smarter and not harder. You can join on May 7th by registering at https://lmtmag.com/webinars/reflections-from-a-denturist-20-years-of-crafting-dentures Are you a dental lab in need of more talent to improve your bottom line and keep production on schedule? Are you a dental tech with great skills but feel you're being limited at your current lab? Well, the answer is here and this is precisely why WIN WIN GO (https://www.winwingo.com/) was created. The dental lab and dental tech community needed a place where labs and technicians can meet, talk about their needs and connect in ways that foster a win win outcome. As a tech. If you're ready to make a change, thinking about moving in the next year or just curious what's out there, sign up today. It's totally free. As a lab, you might be feeling the frustration of paying the big employment site so much and getting so few tech candidates. We understand they don't much care about our industry. WINWINGO.com is simply the best place for lab techs and lab owners to actively engage in creating their ideal future. WINWINGO.com, how dental techs find paradise. Special Guests: Federico Manes, Jay R. Work III, Mellissa Everett, and Sandra Puurits.

Sextile is an electro-punk duo based in Los Angeles. They're newest record, Yes, Please is due out May 2 and is their sophomore release on Sacred Bones. On Yes, Please, founding members Melissa Scaduto and Brady Keehn offer up their most realized and personal record yet, all with an overflowing trifecta of visceral, frenetic and heady energy.  Melissa and Brady share their musical backstory, how Brady found music in his disciplined upbringing and why Mellissa initially resisted dance music. We get the origin story of Sextile and how they made their first record on a $250 budget in sober living situation.  We learn why Yes, Please has more emphasis on lyrics the previous records and why Mellissa is nervous about a particular song. The duo share their writing and recording processes on Yes, Please, how they adapt to the current touring climate and why Nick Zinner operated as their front of house engineer for a split second. Joe, Brady and Mellissa discuss the delights of Japan and we hear a couple new tunes. SEXTILE SACRD BONES Please visit and support Izotope and Distrokid for continued exclusive listener discounts. Izotope is the leader in audio repair, mixing and mastering. Ruinous uses Izotope and you should too. Trust us. The best way to get your music into the worlds ears is Distrokid. Artist keep 100% of their royalties and their mobile app is smartly designed, easy to use and perfectly intuitive. Ep supported by @betterhelp. Your well-being is worth it. Visit betterhelp.com/tourstories today to get 10% off your first month.