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In this episode of Message in the Middle, host Marianne takes the stage solo to discuss the importance of setting intentions for the new year and choosing a "Word of the Year". Drawing on recent interactions with listeners and reflections on her own practices, Marianne shares insights and tips for this empowering process.
Setting Intentions:
Marianne begins by reflecting on the recent Vision Board session and encourages listeners to set intentions for the year ahead. Whether through a vision board or journaling, she emphasizes the value of clarifying focus areas without worrying about the specifics of execution.
Evolving Priorities:
Addressing a common question about recurring themes on vision boards, Marianne explains how her focus areas evolve each year. While certain categories remain consistent, such as family and health, specific goals may vary. She illustrates this with personal examples like incorporating strength training into her health routine.
Choosing Your Word of the Year:
Marianne emphasizes that there's no right or wrong approach to creating a vision board or selecting a Word of the Year and she shares a framework for choosing your word and emphasizing personal connection and positivity.
Utilizing Your Word:
Once a Word of the Year is chosen, Marianne discusses its practical applications. From goal-setting to decision-making, journaling to creative expression, she explores how integrating the chosen word into daily life enhances self-awareness and mindfulness.
Marianne's Word:
Finally, Marianne shares her own Word of the Year for 2024: "Dream" or "Dare to Dream". She reflects on reclaiming the act of dreaming, stepping out of her comfort zone, and embracing possibilities.
Conclusion:
As the episode draws to a close, Marianne encourages listeners to embark on their own journey of intention-setting and word selection. With a reminder that there's no one-size-fits-all approach, she emphasizes the importance of tuning into personal desires and priorities.
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Welcome back to another episode of Message in the Middle! I'm thrilled to have the incredible Katie Joy Duke back on the show. As an award- winning author, mindset coach, public speaker, and a survivor of stillbirth and stage 4 breast cancer, Katie's story is one of resilience and inspiration.
Segment 1: Triumph Over Cancer: A Personal Victory
Segment 2: The Challenges of Openness and Vulnerability
Segment 3: Embracing Joy Regardless of Challenges
Segment 4: The Next Chapter: Second Memoir and Future Plans
Thank you for joining us on this powerful episode of Message in the Middle. Until next time, keep spreading love and resilience! 🌟 #ResilienceJourney #CancerSurvivor #StillBreathing #AuthorTalk #JoyfulLiving #MessageInTheMiddle #KatieJoyDuke
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Author, Still Breathing: My Journey with Love, Loss, and Reinvention
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Mindset Coach and Speaker www.katiejoyduke.com
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In this episode we delve into the world of emotional wellness with our special guest, Mischelle O'Neal, an expert Emotional Wellness Coach who provides targeted strategies for stress relief, balance, and empowerment as she helps clients eradicate limiting beliefs, fear, guilt, and perceived time constraints, especially when dealing with the complexities of generational caregiving.
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Until next time, stay connected and empowered! 🌟 #EmotionalWellness #GenerationalCaregiving #PurposefulLiving #SolutionFocusedThinking #MessageInTheMiddle
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In this episode your host Marianne is joined by Melissa Vogel. Melissa is the Business Owner and Operator of Melissa Vogel Fitness, LLC, a fitness expert with over two decades of experience. She's not just a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor; she's the creator of "Busy To Bomb Fit Mom," a program dedicated to helping busy moms regain their fitness through a holistic approach encompassing mindset work, vision, proper nutrition, and exercise. Melissa is also the host of the Bomb Mom Podcast, where she explores topics to broaden the listeners' understanding of health and inspire them to achieve and maintain their goals.
In this episode, Melissa opens up about the misconceptions surrounding her fitness journey and how it led her to the work she's passionate about. As we approach the new year, we delve into the common phenomenon of people making resolutions to start a new exercise routine or diet, only to lose interest by February. Melissa shares her insights on staying motivated for the long haul and overcoming life's obstacles to stick to your goals.
The phrase "Do it Scared" becomes a focal point in our conversation, as Melissa elaborates on its significance in the context of personal growth and fitness. We also explore the crucial role mindset plays in body transformation and discuss practical tips for getting your mind right.
For those struggling with time constraints, Melissa addresses the common challenge of feeling like there's no time for personal health and fitness goals. She emphasizes the importance of making time for oneself and provides advice for incorporating fitness into a busy schedule consistently even when motivation is lacking.
Failure is a theme we tackle head-on in this episode, as Melissa explains why embracing failure is crucial for long-term success. Wrapping up, we learn about Melissa's free Bootcamp and get a sneak peek into what surprises her the most in the transformative work she does.
As a reminder, Melissa hosts the Bomb Mom Podcast, where you can explore more insights and inspiring stories. Check out the show notes for links to Melissa's work.
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Welcome to the final episode of 2023 on Message in the Middle with your host, Marianne. In this episode, Marianne she received, and the primary take aways from 2023.
Segment 1: The Travel Philosophy Dilemma
Segment 2: Embracing Change and Unpredictability
Segment 3: Lessons Learned in 2023
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Message in the Middle. Join your host, Marianne, as she talks with the host of the Create Your Happy podcast, Christy Holt. In this episode:
Get to Know Christy:
Holiday Season and Boundaries:
People Pleasing During the Holidays:
The Spiral Stopper Method:
Unlearning Limiting Beliefs and Patterns:
The Game-Changer: Self-Acceptance:
The 90-Day Self-Discovery Journal:
Thank you for joining us on this insightful episode of Message in the Middle. Don't forget to check out Christy links.
Website: www.coachchristyholt.com
Book: http://www.gtfu.ca
Podcast http://www.createyourhappy.ca
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachchristyholt
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Today we have Emmaline Howard joining us. Emmaline is on a mission to help people break free from unsustainable fad diets, overcome disordered eating, and build confidence. Although she's not yet a certified online personal trainer and nutrition coach (that's coming in early 2024), she's already making waves on social media with her knowledge, humor, inspiration, and delicious recipes.
In this episode Emmaline shares her background with an eating disorder and her experience Yo- Yo dieting and reminds us that happiness is not determined by the number on the scale.
Throughout our conversation, Emmaline breaks down essential topics:
Remember to check out Emmaline and look for her new recipe e-book featuring 40 super easy, low-calorie, high-protein recipes that actually taste good.
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In today's episode we take a deep dive into weight loss, nutrition, and overall wellness with Amy Wilson. Amy is a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, certified fitness professional, and nutrition coach with over 30 years of experience.
During our conversation, we explore the hot new trend of weight loss drugs, such as Ozempic, challenging the notion of quick fixes and discussing the concerns surrounding their use. Amy provides valuable insights into why she takes a different stance on this popular trend.
We also look at other tools and techniques for weight management, including intermittent fasting. Amy shares common misconceptions and separates what works from what doesn't. We debunk the myth of "Calories in and Calories out" as a sole weight loss strategy and explore the role of macros in a balanced approach.
Amy reveals her perspective on the best practices for health and weight management, emphasizing the importance of personalized plans that focus on good nutrition and take us beyond the fixation on the scale. Delving into nutrition, we talk about the importance of eating primarily whole foods and limiting processed foods and we distinguish between processed and ultra-processed foods, understanding their impact on our well-being.
Amy also shares her insight around chronic inflammation, its causes and provides practical tips on how to reduce it as well as gut biome, its role in our health, and tips on maintaining its optimal state. As we wrap up, Amy shares insights on aging gracefully, offering top tips for a healthy and fulfilling life.
Amy's work can be found at:
Website www.amykwilson.com
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Today's conversation is a must-listen for anyone who's faced challenges with body image or weight-related struggles. Joining me is the incredible Sarah Taylor, a Plus Size Model, Motivational Speaker, Author, award-winning Personal Trainer, self-love coach, and former Miss Plus Canada.
In this episode, Sarah shares her inspiring journey of overcoming societal norms and achieving her dreams. We delve into her backstory, exploring what it was like for her growing up and the pivotal moments that shaped her into the influential figure she is today.
One of the high points in Sarah's career was her groundbreaking campaign with Nike, where she proudly represented plus-size women and athletes. Discover how this opportunity unfolded and why it was a crucial moment for her, challenging stereotypes and promoting inclusivity in the fitness industry.
Sarah opens up about her unique perspective on self-confidence and how she managed to ignore the numbers on the scale, dreaming big regardless of society's expectations. We explore what embracing self-love and acceptance truly means in her life and how these principles can be applied by everyone.
As a dedicated advocate for women's wellness, Sarah shares valuable insights and tips on various aspects of personal fitness and wellness. Learn how to embrace fitness as a plus-size person, improve self-confidence, and eliminate the all-or-nothing mindset. Whether you're just starting your wellness journey or seeking a positive mindset shift, Sarah's expertise provides guidance for creating lasting change and proof that we should all dream big, regardless of the numbers on the scale.
Sarah Taylor is a Plus Size Personal Trainer, Virtual Gym Owner, Plus Size Model & Motivational Speaker
Website: https://fitnessbysarahtaylor.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSarahTaylor1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.sarahtaylor
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thesarahtaylor
Link to Purchase Book: https://fitnessbysarahtaylor.com/journal/
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Welcome to another episode of "Message in the Middle" with Marianne. The holidays undoubtedly bring joy, they also have a knack for amplifying life's stressors. Between heightened expectations, time constraints, financial pressures, and the intricate dance of family dynamics, it can be an emotionally charged period.
So, as we ease into the holiday season, it's only fitting that we delve into some of these complexities that often accompany our most significant relationships, particularly when it comes to the intricate dynamics of mother-daughter relationships and how those dynamics can play out during the holidays.
To guide us through this nuanced topic, I invited Erica Thomas back to the podcast. You might remember Erica from our previous two-part discussion where we explored the patterns of generational dysfunction within mother-daughter relationships. With over 18 years of experience as a licensed psychotherapist, Erica is the owner of Vita Nova Counseling and Vita Nova Mother-Daughter Coaching. She serves as a consultant, mentor, and trainer, offering her expertise to mental health professionals worldwide in navigating the intricate terrain of mother-daughter dynamics and today she will share some of her insight to help us identify and navigate these complex relationships during the holidays.
Preview Episode with Erica Part One -
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1938384/13379683-identifying-the-patterns-dysfunctional-generational-patterns-in-mother-daughter-relationships-part-one.mp3?download=true
Previous Episode with Erica Part Two -
https://www.buzzsprout.com/1938384/13380425-breaking-the-cycle-dysfunctional-generational-patterns-in-mother-daughter-relationships-part-two.mp3?download=true
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Vita Nova Mother-Daughter Coaching, LLC
512.777.0899
www.vitanovamotherdaughtercoaching.com
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Message in the Middle is a podcast for women navigating the challenges, transitions, and reinventions that often come with midlife.
Hosted by Marianne DeMello-Smith, each…
Whether you're facing a career change, caregiving responsibilities, health challenges, grief, relationship shifts, menopause, identity changes, or simply wondering what's next, Message in the Middle offers encouragement, wisdom, and real-world strategies to help you move forward with greater confidence and purpose.
Together, we'll explore resilience, personal growth, self-discovery, emotional well-being, and the power of turning life's messes into meaningful midlife messages.
Because midlife isn't the end of your story. It may just be the beginning of your next chapter.

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