Sweat & Reflect

Hey friend!

First of all let me say thank you SO much for your kindness, for your love, for your support & for all of your messages in response to last week's episode.  

I know this is a lot of information & is often hard to understand, but I hope that by sharing my story you feel comfortable in sharing your own story - the good, the bad, the ugly - with those who care about you most.  

By no means do you have to share your story publicly like me, but I hope you know that there ARE people in your corner who love you, support you, & want to be there for you however they can.  

In today's episode, I just want to encourage you to own your truth.  Your past doesn't define you; it helped make you who you are.

Please know that I am here for you.  I hope that by sharing my story you know that you are not alone.

If you find this episode helpful, please share it with a friend or let me know on Instagram @meredith.coviello.felice.  I am so here for you. 

Hey friend.

Today's episode is my most vulnerable to date.  
Today I share with you something only my closest friends & family know: I'm not just a widow.

I'm the widow of an alcoholic.

Throughout today's episode, I share with you what felt right to me in the moment.  There are multiple (longer) pauses. There are moments of tears. There are moments of justification, but most importantly, there are countless moments of love & honesty.

Loving an addict is incredibly difficult; & I am choosing to share this part of my story now, not to defame, disgrace or minimize Tim or anyone else who struggles with an addiction, but because I know how isolating & shameful this journey can be.

I want to break this stigma, own my truth & help support others in the process.

Please know I am not a medical expert.  I don't know all of the ins & outs of treating someone with an addiction, but what I do know is my experience, what I learned from it & how it has shaped me.

I will be sharing more of this story as time goes on because it has been one of the biggest things I have "sweat & reflected" over -- & continue to.

If you, or someone you love, loves an addict, know that you're not alone.  It is my mission to support you, love you & guide you throughout this time.

I am here for you, & if my story & honesty can help even one person, then it'll all be worth it.

Sending you love.

Hey friend!

I am SO excited because my girl, Dr. Meghan Hurley-Powell is BACK to talk about her new BOOK, The Power Within Her: Guide to Journaling!

Back in October (Episode 31), Meghan was on talking about the writing process, the development of her book & putting herself out there by calling her shot.

Now, the book is being RELEASED & friend, it is going to be a GAME CHANGER regardless of whether or not you're a journal-er.  We talk all about the messy middle, being in a state of transition, calling your shot, journaling - duh! - & everything in between!

I hope you love this conversation as much as I do! I am so proud of Meghan & am beyond thankful that she is here sharing her gift with all of us!

Go listen, grab a copy of her book, & let us know what you think!

To connect with Meghan, visit her on Instagram @dr.meggymarie & to get access to all of things, visit https://linktr.ee/meggymarie 

Hey friend!

On today's QuickTalk we're chatting about something that I've had to practice in real-time this past week: is it a bad moment or a bad day?

I was bit by my dog Peanut on Thursday, & while I could have let this experience ruin the whole day, I CHOSE not to.  Instead, I felt all the feels WHILE finding time to smile & be thankful that Peanut & I are okay. 

Yes, there are times in life where we're just going to have a really shitty day start to finish, but I have to ask -- does that have to be the case any time you're met with resistance or negativity?  

For example, does that negative conversation with your boss have to taint the entire day, OR can you be pissed off, vent to a friend & then do something FUN?

There's always a reason to smile.

There's always a way to feel two opposing feelings simultaneously, but what it comes down to is are you letting those emotions dictate a bad moment or day?

Let me know your thoughts over on Instagram! So grateful for you!

Hey hey!

In today's episode, we're chatting with Emma Nell Glass - founder  & CEO of LuxeLeadership & an expert on Human Design!

Emma is an incredible human who helps women tap into their highest selves through Human Design in order to obtain the lives that they not only want but deserve.

Not sure what Human Design is?  Emma explains what Human Design is while also breaking down the five different types of Human Design.

Since I was introduced to Human Design I have been on a quest to be in full alignment with my highest self, & this conversation with Emma just reiterated the importance of understanding my Human Design, but also the overwhelming possibilities available to me when full alignment is achieved.

I have no doubt that you are going to be captivated by Emma & all that she has to share & offer on today's episode!

Interested in the basics of your Human Design?
Start here: https://www.myhumandesign.com/get-your-chart/

Want to connect with Emma? (Obvi you do!)
On Instagram: @luxeleadership_
Her website: msha.ke/luxeleadership

Hey friend!

Welcome back to today's episode which just happens to be part 2 of last week's episode - Dating After Loss.

Today, we're chatting with Ryan & getting his perspective on dating someone (aka me) after loss.

Dating is tricky in general, but add in a loss like mine & it turns out there is a whole host of other emotions, conversations & things to navigate. In my case, we're navigating pictures of Tim in my home, working through thoughts & feelings of Tim & my behaviors in that relationship versus who I am now with Ryan, & everything in between.

Relationships aren't easy, period, but luckily, when both parties are open to communicating, navigating all of the things becomes a little easier.  

Press play to hear how Ryan is handling dating a widow, & what we're doing to process all of the things in real-time.

& if you vibe with today's episode I'd love for you to share it with a friend OR leave a review so other people can connect to this podcast.

So grateful for you!

Hey friend!

Happy February! I can't even believe it's already February, but woo! let's freaking go!

Today I want to chat with you about dating after loss -- or maybe for you it's just taking a step forward after loss.  No matter where you are in your life, I know it's often hard to take that first step - especially if you have everyone else's thoughts & feelings infiltrating your own; but let me tell you: you are so beyond capable of taking that first step.

In today's episode I break this down for you by using my own current experience - dating - & how I'm navigating this new season despite all of the thoughts & feelings of those who love me. 

It's hard putting yourself back out there but if you OWN you are; if you are AUTHENTICALLY YOU in every situation; if you stand FIRMLY in who you are & where you've been, the Universe will send you what you need & deserve.

How do I know this?  I'm living proof.  

Once you've listened to today's episode, head over to Instagram @meredith.coviello.felice & let me know what you think! I'd love to know if this resonated with you.

Hey friend!

Super exciting news! Today's episode is all about my NEW program that is launching in February! 

It's called A Guide to Healing, & it's for anyone who has experienced loss:

-loss of spouse
-loss of parent
-loss of child
-grief from fertility issues
-grief from divorce or separation
-loss of self: in career or motherhood
-loss of normalcy &/or self throughout the pandemic 

Loss is a common thread for all of us, & together, through my community-based course, which consists of individualized components just for YOU, I will help you find purpose in your pain.

I am beyond excited about this launch! I know in my heart of hearts this program is going to change so many lives & I cannot wait to support you & stand by your side.  

For updates & additional info, follow me @meredith.coviello.felice on Instagram! 

Hey friend!

I've been doing a lot of reflecting lately on how far I've come & how much farther I want to go in achieving my dreams & goals. One of the things I've been taking stock of is who I've been surrounding myself with: people who empower me, support me & encourage me to dream bigger!

After all, if you surround yourself with people who are going to help you level up, you will inevitably level up.  But, if you let those around you dim your light, you'll let fear & doubt win out & girl friend, you were made for so. much. more. 

Tune in to today's episode to get my take on those you surround yourself with & how you can continue to surround yourself with people who are going to build you up. 

You got this, girl! & remember, when in doubt, know I've always got your back! 

Hey friend!

On today's QuickTalk I have four tangible steps to help you stay focused on your goals for 2022 while minimizing the overwhelm that may creep up in the process.

If you're anything like me, you came into 2022 ready to rock but then life got in the way & all of a sudden it's mid-January & you've had a moment of "oh my god! I haven't accomplished anything!"

First of all , breathe! Second of all, press play on this episode to hear my tangible tips.

1) Identify where you're feeling depleted mentally, emotionally, physically &/or spiritually. (I suggest just focusing on one area).
2) Select 1 or 2 things you could do to elevate your energy in the area you identified in step 1.
3) What steps would you need to take to implement the thing you know would elevate your energy?
4) Give yourself grace.  You're not going to accomplish every goal over night, nor should you expect to.  

Just breathe & follow these steps.  I promise the overwhelm will dissipate & you will feel that "go for it!" vibe you felt when the clock struck midnight on New Years Eve.

Remember, friend, this is a marathon, not a sprint.  You're still going to grow & evolve this year.  I promise.

Head over to Instagram & let me know what you think of today's episode @meredith.coviello.felice