Move With Heart

In this powerful conversation, Melissa sits down with renowned brain health expert, Dr. Daniel Amen, to explore how our thoughts, habits, and daily choices shape the way we feel and live. Dr. Amen breaks down the concept of the “doom loop,” explaining how it forms and why it’s so easy to get trapped in. He shares what allows him to live pain-free at 70 and explains how aging can be accelerated or slowed based on the choices we make. They explore the supplements he recommends for foundational brain health, how to support family members who may be living with darkness, and why cultivating positivity is essential for a healthy brain. Dr. Amen also shares a simple daily practice including beginning the morning by asking what he’s excited about and ending the day by reflecting on what went well. This conversation is full of insight, compassion, and practical tools for anyone looking to create a healthier, more grounded, and empowered life.

It’s been six years since Melissa last had a sip of alcohol. In this episode, she shares what called her to stop, how choosing discomfort led to real transformation, and the clarity that came from stepping into a life that feels aligned. She explores the question, “Are you believing everything you think?” and opens up about why she doesn’t identify as “sober” and what that means for her journey. Melissa also touches on a key lesson from next week’s episode with Dr. Amen: how every choice either strengthens or harms the brain. This is a year of stripping back, telling the truth, and living with radical transparency. Melissa invites you to reflect: Are you okay with where your life is right now, or are you craving more? A powerful conversation for anyone reevaluating their relationship with alcohol, identity, or the life they want to create.

Melissa sits down with her best friend, Chrissy Godwin, for a second time on the pod to have a candid conversation about life, friendship, and self-discovery. They discuss learning to respond instead of react, embracing their truths instead of people-pleasing, and the moment Melissa decided to go deeper in her life. They get brutally honest in the most loving way, reflecting on how their circles shrink as they grow older and how to spot the real ones. Chrissy shares exciting updates about her new relationship, while they both swap beauty tips from skincare to botox. They also explore the value of listening more, living in the moment, keeping long-distance friendships strong, and finding food freedom with an “I want it, I eat it” mindset. Full of laughter, honesty, and inspiration, this episode celebrates friendship and living life on your own terms.

In this episode, Melissa sits down with Lacy Phillips, founder of To Be Magnetic, for a soulful conversation about authenticity, surrender, and finding the deep, rich beauty in everyday life. Lacy shares how she manifested Jessica, the face of TBM, why she leads without ego, and what it means to be rewarded by the universe for showing up as your truest self. She opens up about stepping away from social media, writing a book she never planned to write, and the rituals that keep her grounded through meditation, somatic experiencing, and deep self-connection. Together, they explore surrender, forgiveness, and the power of Deep Imaginings to help you return to your essence and believe in what’s possible. This episode is a reminder to slow down, trust your path, and find magic in the moments that make you feel most alive.

In this special episode, Melissa and Dylan sit down to talk all things weddings, starting with Melissa’s own wedding morning and how she didn’t let anything, not even the potential of rain, bring her down. They dive into the magic behind Dylan’s big day and the moments that stood out most, from her welcome dinner to the ceremony, along with her best tips for anyone planning their own wedding, including how to approach speeches and stay grounded in the process. They also explore the power of meditation and how it helped Dylan throughout the planning journey. For those looking to find love, Melissa shares  how becoming your dream partner by embodying that energy yourself will  naturally draw in the right connection. They wrap up with Dylan’s Go-To Lineup and their ultimate piece of advice for wedding week: don’t ask the bride any questions.