In this episode, Melanie reflects on her experiences and achievements in 2025, sharing insights from her vision board, including travel, personal growth, and the launch of her podcast. She discusses the challenges of motherhood, her pro-life activism, and her journey towards self-care and mental health. Looking ahead to 2026, she outlines her goals for personal and professional development, including fundraising for her pro-life work, language learning, and nurturing her family life.

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Keywords:

vision board, personal growth, pro-life, motherhood, language learning, podcasting, fundraising, self-care, activism, spirituality