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  • 67: Do You Need To Talk About "It"?

    Using Mother's Day as a guide and personal share, Melissa talks about why it can be hard to talk or write about things that are hard or painful for you. And how to understand these so you can remove pressure from yourself and choose to process and expand in a way that will help you heal and feel more powerful.

    About this podcast:

    Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

    In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry, and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

    I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

    Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

    There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

    Connect with Melissa:

    • Learn more at Melissa’s website
    • Join the conversation on Instagram
    • Credits:

      • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
      • Catch up with me on socials!

        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

        TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

        18 min
      • 66: 5 Steps To Ditch Disappointment. For Good.

        If you have ever felt disappointed in your life, this is a must-listen. In this sprint episode, Melissa identifies where disappointment derives and gives you a 5 step-method to break free of disappointment at this moment and beyond.

        About this podcast:

        Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

        In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

        I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

        Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

        There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

        Connect with Melissa:

        • Learn more at Melissa’s website
        • Join the conversation on Instagram
        • Credits:

          • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
          • Catch up with me on socials!

            Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

            Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

            LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

            TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

            YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

            11 min
          • 65: How (and WHY) To Let Ego, Go

            Melissa shares why ego is our biggest roadblock to our personal, relationship, and professional growth. She shares stories of how her ego hindered her own path until she learned the art of disarming it. Understanding how ego presents helped her not only understand herself better but understand others better. And these tips can help you do so, too.

            About this podcast:

            Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

            In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

            I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

            Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

            There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

            Connect with Melissa:

            • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
            • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
            • Credits:

              • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
              • Catch up with me on socials!

                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                14 min
              • 64: Authenticity, entitlement and how to stop worrying about what people think

                Powerhouse Tara Morris joins Melissa for a high energy conversation about the twists and turns of life, our opportunity (and privilege) to learn from them and how to detach from what it looks like...and focus on what it feels like.

                Follow Tara:

                • Check out her website - https://www.theloveoffensive.com/
                • Follow on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/taramorris/
                • About this podcast:

                  Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                  In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                  I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                  Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                  There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                  Connect with Melissa:

                  • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                  • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                  • Credits:

                    • Interview: Tara Morris
                    • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                    • Catch up with me on socials!

                      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                      TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                      40 min
                    • 63: The Hardest Words I've Said Out Loud

                      Melissa dives into the hardest realization she had....one that changed her entire life when she said the words out loud. She shares the difficult truth here, to support you during this time, and always.

                      About this podcast:

                      Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                      In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                      I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                      Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                      There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                      Connect with Melissa:

                      • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                      • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                      • Credits:

                        • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                        • Catch up with me on socials!

                          Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                          Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                          LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                          TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                          YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                          12 min
                        • 62: Bouncing Back, with serial author and entrepreneur, Mike Michalowicz

                          Mike Michalowicz shares how the lowest moment in his own life journey fueled his greatest growth, personally and professionally. From it, he has helped over 350,000 business owners grow through uncertain times and now, he is helping you, too.

                          Follow Mike:

                          • Check out his website - https://mikemichalowicz.com/
                          • Get the free tools - https://mikemichalowicz.com/get-the-tools/
                          • Preorder Fix This Next - https://mikemichalowicz.com/fix-this-next-book/
                          • Listen to his podcast - https://mikemichalowicz.com/podcast/
                          • About this podcast:

                            Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                            In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                            I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                            Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                            There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                            Connect with Melissa:

                            • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                            • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                            • Credits:

                              • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                              • Catch up with me on socials!

                                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                                TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                                YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                                28 min
                              • 61: Easy At-Home Hacks To Help With Quarantine Living

                                Boundaries are back! Are you struggling with quarantine living and the challenges it brings? Melissa teaches you how you can make it a little more manageable and growth-producing through some simple at-home shifts.

                                About this podcast:

                                Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                                In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                                I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                                Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                                There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                                Connect with Melissa:

                                • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                                • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                                • Credits:

                                  • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                                  • Catch up with me on socials!

                                    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                                    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                                    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                                    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                                    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                                    17 min
                                  • 60: 3 Ways we CAN grow through Coronavirus

                                    Using her experiences in grief, Melissa shares three ways we can find growth amidst the real challenge of the coronavirus. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed and uncertain of what lies ahead in your personal or professional life, this episode is for you.

                                    About this podcast:

                                    Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                                    In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                                    I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                                    Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                                    There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                                    Connect with Melissa:

                                    • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                                    • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                                    • Credits:

                                      • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                                      • Catch up with me on socials!

                                        Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                                        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                                        LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                                        TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                                        YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                                        17 min
                                      • 59: Can Yoga Actually Reduce Stress?

                                        If you aren't sure if yoga is the practice for you - give this a listen. Melissa shares the reasons behind resistance to yoga, why she avoided it for a year after losing Leyden and how it played into her grief (and life) journey.

                                        About this podcast:

                                        Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                                        In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                                        I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                                        Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                                        There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                                        Connect with Melissa:

                                        • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                                        • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                                        • Credits:

                                          • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                                          • Catch up with me on socials!

                                            Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                                            Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                                            LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                                            TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                                            YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                                            20 min
                                          • 58: High-Achieving AND Laid-Back? How to nail both.

                                            If you have ever worried that letting go of control or trying to take on less would make you less achieving, lazy or worthy, this episode is your must listen. Melissa teaches how to integrate both energies of being high-achieving and laid-back so you can actually do less and be more productive.

                                            About this podcast:

                                            Grief, Guts & Smoothies. These three things changed my life – they might change yours too. Each episode we abandon our comfort zones to get a little gutsy and hold space to grow into stronger versions of ourselves.

                                            In 2014, the birth of my daughter Leyden changed my entire world. Four months later, grief shattered it. I was broken, scared, lost, angry and hopeless. I didn’t want to live and wasn’t really sure how to.

                                            I sought every means to “fight” grief: researching, joining parent groups, and I even traveled outside of the country twice, to hear world-renowned grief speaker Dr. Raymond Moody.

                                            Disappointed, I discovered like all adversities in life, there is no way to “beat” grief. But, thankfully, there were effective strategies I could employ when navigating such choppy waters. Whether it was understanding the gut-brain connection, or getting gutsy in my ability to face discomfort, the tools I learned, truly saved my life.

                                            There are not nearly enough resources to support each other through uncomfortable challenges – be it the loss of a job, a relationship, a sense of self…or life. Talking about uncomfortable things, well that takes guts. And we are going to get really gutsy here.

                                            Connect with Melissa:

                                            • Learn more at Melissa’s website - http://www.thrivewithmelissad.com
                                            • Join the conversation on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gutsngrief/
                                            • Credits:

                                              • Podcast edited and mixed by 51 features. Connect at andrew {at} 51features {dot} com.
                                              • Catch up with me on socials!

                                                Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melissadlugolecki/

                                                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissa.dlugolecki

                                                LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-dlugolecki-b24988141/

                                                TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissadlugolecki

                                                YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDlugolecki

                                                12 min

                                              About Scar Tissue

                                              From the publisher's feed

                                              Welcome to Scar Tissue the podcast. Here we understand the power that lies within our pain. We have real, raw, and relatable conversations on so many topics of life that will show you that there is…