Lemon Balm Coaching
Welcome to The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast Life after 40 isn’t the end of the story—it’s the start of an incredible new chapter. 🌿 Here on The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, we’re all about helping women over 40 rediscover joy, purpose, and freedom. Whether you’re navigating empty nest syndrome, feeling stuck in the daily grind, or just wondering what’s next, this is your space to pause, reflect, and grow. Each week, we’ll dive into inspiring topics, actionable tips, and heartfelt stories that empower you to: ✨ Reignite your passion for life. ✨ Embrace the freedom of this season. ✨ Create a future full of lightness, purpose, and joy. It’s not about having it all figured out—it’s about taking the next step, one moment at a time. You’ve spent so much of your life giving to others; now it’s your turn to shine. 🎧 Join us every other Wednesday for a new episode, and let’s make this chapter your best one yet. Your next chapter begins here. 🌟
Episodes
Grief touches us all, yet we rarely understand its full complexity until we drown in it. Beyond the passing of loved ones, grief emerges when we lose jobs, places, relationships, and even versions of ourselves we've outgrown. When was the last time you allowed yourself to fully feel a loss instead of pushing forward?
In this deeply personal episode, I share my journey of avoiding grief for decades and th...
In this week's episode, we delve into the complexities of GLP-1 medications, a topic capturing immense attention in the realms of weight loss and health. As these drugs, including Ozempic and Wegovi, rise to fame as potential magic pills for shedding pounds, we aim to illuminate the shadows they cast. Join us as we explore the historical journey of GLP-1, from its initial isolation in the 1980s to its breakthroug...
Imagine a time when life wasn't constantly interrupted by notifications, and meaningful conversations weren't overshadowed by the glow of a screen. On this episode of the Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, I share a heartfelt story from my pre-cell phone days, a time marked by a family health scare, that served as a powerful reminder of both the necessity of phones and the beauty of their absence. This story sets ...
Can the pursuit of balance be an illusion?
As your coach and cheerleader, I challenge the conventional wisdom that balance in life is a destination we can reach. Drawing from my years as a dancer, I share that balance is not about stillness but continuous micro-adjustments. Like a unicyclist or a dancer on pointe, life demands constant movement. Together, we'll explore why this ideal of balance might be...
Imagine redefining how you view aging—not as a battle to be fought but as a natural, beautiful process to be embraced.
Join me as we unravel the harmful narrative of the "anti-aging" movement and invite a shift towards self-acceptance at every stage of life. Explore how society's fixation on youthfulness creates unnecessary pressure and internal conflict. I'll share personal insights on h...
Unlock the secret to a more joyous life by mastering the art of celebration. Whether navigating the complex 40s or beyond, this Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast episode is your ticket to rediscovering joy and meaning.
I'm Melissa, and together, we'll explore why celebrating life's moments, big or small, is more than just a festive distraction. We'll dive into cultural and biblical references o...
Feeling a bit lost or stuck, especially if you’re a woman over 40?
Imagine setting sail on a journey where a single word acts as your anchor, guiding you through the year. In this episode of the Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, I, Melissa, your friendly coach and cheerleader, invite you to explore the transformative power of choosing a guiding word. With relatable anecdotes such as road trips with my kids, I dem...
What if your family could be defined not just by blood, but by the connections you choose to nurture? On the Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, we explore the idea of family as a dynamic and evolving tapestry, particularly for women over 40 who may feel life's transitions keenly. Sharing my personal journey with both biological and adopted children, I illuminate how brain chemicals like dopamine, serotonin, and oxytoci...
🎉 Welcome to The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast! 🌿
Hi there! I’m Melissa, and I’m so excited to introduce you to The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast. Whether you’ve been following me for years as the host of Aromatic Chat or you’re just discovering this space, I’m thrilled to have you here.
This podcast is designed for women over 40 who are feeling lost, aimless, or stuck. If you’ve spent years giving to everyone else—your f...
In this final episode of Aromatic Chat, I'm sitting down with my big sister to talk about the show and what's next!
Get ready for some exciting stuff in 2025.
It’s time to rediscover YOU. Join the Reignite Your Flame Facebook group—a supportive community where women like you find peace, joy, and purpose. Together, we’ll nurture your mind, body, and spirit so you can shine again. Don’t wait...
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the joy of talking with Amy DeLong.
Amy specializes in animal aromatherapy.
She became an Aromatherapist after hearing about classes through her friend, and this was just the beginning of her incredible story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- How she began working with animals,
- How she works with intuition,
- Some of her stories,
- Her work teachi...
This month on My Take, I'm unpacking my thoughts about Aromatic Chat Episodes 113 & 114, Aromatic Chats with Ann Harmon and Donna Moyer.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
- Connection
- Understanding
- The weeds in your life
- The gift of your body
- and more
CLICK HERE to join my free Facebook group Reframe, Restore, & Refresh for women who want to feel joy and purpose again.
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the pleasure of speaking with Donna Moyer.
Donna specializes in making products.
She became an Aromatherapist after growing herbs on her balcony, and this was just the beginning of her fascinating story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- how she uses plants,
- What she has going on right now,
- Some of what she's enjoyed learning,
- Some of her ...
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the joy of chatting with Ann Harman.
Ann specializes in distilling and educating on hydrosols.
She became a distiller after having an early passion for plants and attending a United Plant Savers conference, and this was just the beginning of her amazing story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- Her passion for plants and distilling,
- Her stories,...
This month on My Take, I'm unpacking my thoughts about Aromatic Chat Episodes 111 & 112, Aromatic Chats with Ruxandra Meinze & Kathy Wilcox.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
- Mindbody disconnect
- Hiking through the jungle
- Remembering
- Remembering what you've forgotten
- Intention
- Community
CLICK HERE to join my free Facebook group Reframe, Restore, & Refresh for women who wan...
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the privilege of talking with Kathy Wilcox.
Kathy specializes in combining disciplines to help clients.
She became an Aromatherapist after experimenting with tarot, yoga, and reiki up into her 40's, and this was just the beginning of her incredible story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- How she started in aromatherapy, specifically,
- How ...
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the pleasure of speaking with Ruxandra Meinze an Aromatherapist out of Brunswick, Maryland.
Ruxandra specializes in working one-on-one with clients
She became an Aromatherapist after looking for a way to help her husband with his PTSD, and this was just the beginning of her fascinating story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- Her journey with e...
This month on My Take, I'm unpacking my thoughts about Aromatic Chat Episodes 109 & 110, Aromatic Chats with Molly Messmer and Joy Bowles.
In this episode, you'll hear about:
- connection and community
- volunteerism
- life paths
- sensitization
- FOMO
- Survival
- and more
CLICK HERE to join my free Facebook group Reframe, Restore, & Refresh for women who want to feel joy and purpose again.
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the joy of chatting with Sue Jordan an Aromatherapist out of Arizona.
Sue specializes in education.
She became an Aromatherapist after working as an RN for 49 years, and this was just the beginning of her amazing story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- How she moved from nursing to aromatherapy,
- Her work from hospice to the VA,
- Some of her oth...
In this episode of AromaticChat, I have the honor of talking with Molly Messmer, an Aromatherapist out of the Pacific Northwest.
Molly specializes in massage therapy.
She became an Aromatherapist after being introduced to essential oils through an MLM, and this was just the beginning of her incredible story.
Tune in and stay all the way to the end to hear:
- How she began working in this world,
- How s...
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