Confidence is a catalyst for transformation.

In this empowering episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care, I am joined by two remarkable leaders from the Miss Fuller Woman Competition: Hannah Schulz (Miss Fuller Woman Queen 2025) and Holly Leman (MFWC Committee Member). This is far more than a pageant; it is a Canadian movement dedicated to body confidence, leadership, and personal growth. We dive into how this platform helps women challenge outdated beauty standards and step into their power with authenticity. We also explore the intersection of wellness, gut health, and self-encouragement—proving that when a woman feels good from the inside out, her voice becomes a force for change.

What We Explore Together:

The Movement: The mission and impact of the Miss Fuller Woman Competition on Canadian women.

Breaking Stereotypes: Hannah’s journey from Drumheller to Queen 2025 and her mission to empower youth.

The Science of Encouragement: Holly’s insights on how gut health and wellness align with self-love.

Authentic Visibility: Why "owning your identity" is the ultimate form of leadership. Transformation Stories: Real-life examples of women finding their worth beyond their size.

Learn More & Support the Movement Discover how to support future queens or apply for a future competition cycle: Website: missfullerwomancompetition.com

Connect with Our Guests: Hannah Schulz – Miss Fuller Woman Queen 2025 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575888725119

Holly Leman – Plexus Brand Ambassador & MFWC Committee Member Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/16i8Bm6F5P/

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"This is more than a crown—it’s a movement."

In this clip, we introduce you to the heart of the Miss Fuller Woman Competition, a Canadian-based platform where fuller-figured women step into leadership, visibility, and unapologetic confidence. This is a community built on growth, courage, and the radical act of women learning to take up space exactly as they are.

I’m joined by two incredible women who embody this mission: Hannah Schulz, our Miss Fuller Woman Queen 2025, and Holly Leman, MFWC Committee Member and wellness advocate. Together, they explain why this platform is a catalyst for personal transformation and how it empowers women and youth to boldly claim their voices.

What We Explore in This Clip:

The "More Than a Crown" Philosophy: Why community and growth are the real prizes. Redefining Beauty:

How Hannah is challenging outdated standards from Grand Prairie to Drumheller.

The Viewer’s Transformation: Holly shares the powerful experience of witnessing MFWC for the first time and why she had to get involved.

Authentic Identity: Balancing a strong public purpose with the quiet, soft moments of self-care.

Learn More About the Competition

Discover how this platform is changing the narrative for fuller-figured women in Canada:

Website: missfullerwomancompetition.com

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In this episode, we dive into the world of Pranic Healing—a non-touch energy and relaxation practice designed to support holistic well-being.

We are honoured to welcome Mara Messenger, a Level 1 Pranic Healing instructor from the Ontario Center for Pranic Healing. Mara’s background as an industrial designer and her dedication to personal growth allow her to share these techniques with compassion and precision. Mara facilitates weekly Twin Hearts meditation groups and organizes group sessions, helping individuals focus on stress reduction, emotional balance, and overall wellness.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

Understanding Pranic Healing: Discover how this non-touch practice works with the body’s energy field to promote relaxation and support overall well-being.

Exploring Energy & Wellness: Learn about the philosophical principles behind life energy and how subtle energy practices are integrated into daily self-care routines.

Twin Hearts Meditation: Discover how this practice is used for releasing stress, fostering emotional calm, and promoting peace.

Energy Hygiene: Practical tips for daily life, including the use of salt showers as part of a personal cleansing and self-care routine.

The Path of Learning: From foundational courses to advanced workshops, find out how to explore Pranic Healing practices for personal growth.

Connect with Mara Messenger:

Website: pranichealingontario.ca

Email: [email protected]

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For those looking to explore global meditations, courses, and events, access international resources through online.worldpranichealing.com to find Pranic Healing communities in your area.

Disclaimer: Pranic Healing is a complementary wellness and self-care practice intended for relaxation and personal growth. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any physical or mental health conditions.

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In this episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care, we sit down with Mara Messenger to uncover what drew her into the world of Pranic Healing back in 2019. After a long search for personal healing and a deeper understanding of life's truths, Mara’s path led her to the transformative book Your Hands Can Heal You by Master Stephen Co and Dr. Eric Robbins. We explore the profound realization that we all have the innate capacity to influence our own well-being and the well-being of those around us through energy. If you have ever felt that there is more to health than what meets the eye, Mara’s story of transitioning from a seeker to a certified healer will inspire you to look closer at the power already in your hands.

Inside This Episode, You’ll Learn:

The Catalyst for Change: How a single book sparked a deep pursuit of energy medicine.

The Search for Truth: Mara’s journey through hundreds of spiritual texts before finding a practical healing application.

Empowerment Through Energy: The fascinating concept of using your own hands as tools for restoration.

Mastering the Modality: Insights into the teachings of Master Stephen Co and the global impact of Pranic Healing.

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In this powerful episode, Ida Fanelli sits down with Christella Merveille-Ilunga, a Registered Behaviour Technician, educator, mental health advocate, model, and former Miss Grand Rhode Island & Massachusetts 2022 titleholder.

Christella shares her inspiring journey from teaching and behavioural health to modelling and pageantry, revealing the hidden pressures within the beauty and pageant industries. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about pageants, the mental health challenges models face, and how beauty standards are being redefined to celebrate individuality and authenticity.

As the founder of Heiress Culture Cosmetics, Christella also discusses her mission to promote confidence, self-expression, and safe, non-toxic beauty products—especially for people with sensitive skin and those seeking clean, conscious beauty alternatives.

Key Topics Covered:

Mental health advocacy and hidden pressures in modelling and pageantry

Common misconceptions about beauty pageants and the modelling industry

Redefining beauty standards and embracing individuality

Makeup and cosmetics as tools for empowerment and self-confidence

The importance of safe, non-toxic beauty products

Practical, budget-friendly beauty and wellness strategies

What You’ll Hear:

The truth behind beauty pageants and modelling pressure

Christella’s journey from teaching and behavioural health to the runway

Why she founded Heiress Culture Cosmetics for safe, non-toxic beauty

Why real beauty is rooted in confidence—not perfection

This conversation is a must-watch for anyone navigating self-esteem, identity, beauty culture, or mental wellness in today’s image-driven world.

Connect with Christella:

Instagram: @christellamilunga

|@heiressculture

LinkedIn: Christella Merveille-Ilunga

Email: [email protected]

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The information provided on this educational page is for general informational and cosmetic purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you suspect you have a skin disorder, chronic condition, or need specialized treatment, please consult a licensed physician or dermatologist immediately to seek professional medical guidance.

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In this powerful episode, Ida Fanelli sits down with Christella Merveille-Ilunga, a Registered Behaviour Technician, educator, mental health advocate, model, and former Miss Grand Rhode Island & Massachusetts 2022 titleholder.

Christella shares her inspiring journey from teaching and behavioural health to modelling and pageantry, revealing the hidden pressures within the beauty and pageant industries. Together, they unpack common misconceptions about pageants, the mental health challenges models face, and how beauty standards are being redefined to celebrate individuality and authenticity.

As the founder of Heiress Culture Cosmetics, Christella also discusses her mission to promote confidence, self-expression, and safe, non-toxic beauty products—especially for people with sensitive skin and those seeking clean, conscious beauty alternatives.

Key Topics Covered:

Mental health advocacy and hidden pressures in modelling and pageantry

Common misconceptions about beauty pageants and the modelling industry

Redefining beauty standards and embracing individuality

Makeup and cosmetics as tools for empowerment and self-confidence

The importance of safe, non-toxic beauty products

Practical, budget-friendly beauty and wellness strategies

What You’ll Hear:

The truth behind beauty pageants and modelling pressure

Christella’s journey from teaching and behavioural health to the runway

Why she founded Heiress Culture Cosmetics for safe, non-toxic beauty

Why real beauty is rooted in confidence—not perfection

This conversation is a must-watch for anyone navigating self-esteem, identity, beauty culture, or mental wellness in today’s image-driven world.

Connect with Christella: • Instagram:

@christellamilunga | @heiressculture

•LinkedIn: Christella Merveille-Ilunga

•Email: [email protected]

Important Consumer Notice Disclaimer:

The information provided on this educational page is for general informational and cosmetic purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you suspect you have a skin disorder, chronic condition, or need specialized treatment, please consult a licensed physician or dermatologist immediately to seek professional medical guidance.

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When it comes to your feet, it’s never just about the feet—it’s about the whole body.

In this clip of Where Science Meets Self-Care, we dive deep into the world of persistent foot issues that love to stick around. We’re moving beyond surface-level treatments to explore why infections such as plantar warts, athlete’s foot, and fungal toenails develop and, more importantly, how to fight them effectively with an integrative approach.

I explain how your overall health, posture, and weight distribution form the foundation of your foot health. Whether you are a practitioner dealing with recurring client issues or someone looking for lasting relief, you’ll walk away with clinical insights that go far beyond the basics.

Inside This Episode: Understanding the "Stubborn" Trio: The biology of plantar warts, athlete’s foot, and fungal nails.

The Weight Distribution Connection: How your gait and posture create environments for infection.

Systemic Foot Health: Why your immune system and circulation are your first line of defence. Holistic Tools: Practical tips for practitioners and individuals to manage recurring issues.

The "Pun Intended" Walkaway: Insights into how your feet reflect the health of your entire structural network.

Important Consumer Notice Disclaimer:

The information provided on this educational page is for general informational and cosmetic purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you suspect you have a skin disorder, chronic condition, or need specialized treatment, please consult a licensed physician or dermatologist immediately to seek professional medical guidance.

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Your feet are the foundation of your entire biological and structural network. In this episode of Where Science Meets Self-Care, I'm breaking down the most common—and frustrating—foot issues, from toenail fungus and athlete’s foot to plantar warts, corns, and calluses. But we aren’t just looking at symptoms; we are exploring the bigger picture. I explain why recurring foot issues often signal deeper imbalances in your immune resilience, gut health, circulation, and even your posture or gait. Whether you’re a practitioner or someone seeking relief, this episode offers a clinical and holistic roadmap to healthier feet.

Inside This Deep Dive: The "Stubborn" Infections:

Early signs of fungus, how spores spread, and the truth about HPV/Plantar warts.

Structural Roots: How gait, footwear, and weight distribution create pressure patterns that lead to corns and calluses.

The Nuance of Pain: Understanding "ingrown" toenails vs. overgrown toe skin.

The Systemic Connection: How stress, circulation, and gut health manifest in your feet.

The Toolkit: Practical applications of ozonated oils, moisture control, UVC hygiene, and reflexology.

Helpful Resources & Products Mentioned

Tea tree oil:

Ozonated oil:

Vitamin E oil:

Copper socks/copper insoles: UVC shoe sanitizer inserts:

Foot files/pumice tools:

Gehwol foot care products:

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The information provided on this educational page is for general informational and cosmetic purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you suspect you have a skin disorder, chronic condition, or need specialized treatment, please consult a licensed physician or dermatologist immediately to seek professional medical guidance.

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In this episode, host Ida Fanelli speaks with Mel Abbott, founder of Empower Therapies and creator of The Switch Program. After navigating her own lengthy personal health journey following a head injury, Mel explored psychology, neuroplasticity, and mind–body educational techniques to support her personal well-being.

We explore:

The connection between stress, emotional regulation, and the nervous system

Educational mind–body techniques and brain-retraining concepts

How neuroplasticity and positive mindset strategies can support personal wellness journeys. Mel’s work offers lifestyle programs for individuals managing stress, burnout, and chronic symptoms.

Bridging conversations between complementary wellness strategies and medical awareness. Whether you want to better understand the mind-body connection or seek supportive lifestyle tools for burnout and stress, this episode offers an engaging look at holistic well-being.

Connect with Mel Abbott:

Website: empowertherapies.co.nz

Free Educational Webinar: empowertherapies.co.nz

The Switch Program: empowertherapies.co.nz/pages

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Disclaimer: This podcast episode is for informational and educational purposes only. The mind–body and educational strategies discussed are designed to support general well-being and stress management. They are not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and they do not claim to cure or treat any disease or medical condition. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider about any health concern or before making changes to your healthcare plan.

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In this in-depth video, Mel Abbott explains Empower Therapies and how this powerful therapeutic approach helps individuals improve emotional well-being, mental health, and personal growth.

Empower Therapies focuses on evidence-based techniques designed to support people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, self-confidence issues, and life challenges. In this 41-minute detailed session, Mel Abbott clearly explains the core principles, benefits, real-world applications, and long-term impact of Empower Therapies.

If you are seeking mental health support, emotional healing, therapy education, or personal empowerment, this video offers valuable insights and practical guidance.

What you’ll learn in this video:

What Empower Therapies is and how it works

How Empower Therapies supports mental and emotional health

Benefits of Empower Therapies for individuals and professionals

Real-life therapeutic applications and outcomes

Expert insights from Mel Abbott

This video is helpful for:

People interested in therapy and mental health

Students and professionals in counselling and psychology

Individuals seeking emotional healing and self-growth

Anyone wanting to understand modern therapeutic approaches

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