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By: Melissa Deally

As an Integrative Health Practitioner I have come to realize that we simply haven't been taught how to optimize our health, and that the average person has habits that are negatively impacting their health, due to this lack of knowledge, through no fault of their own. Public health and our school system simply don't teach us enough about nutrition, sleep, stress, gut health or how interconnected our bodies are! Modern life has us more sleep deprived, stressed out and the sickest ever, and I believe it is time to bring this education to you, so that you CAN be empowered...

The Moment Overwhelm Says “Enough” | Ep 259
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Today at 11:00 AM

This episode is a powerful reminder to listen before life forces the lesson.

After 26 years in law enforcement, raising triplets, and living with chronic pain from a hip injury, Kim reached a breaking point on April 10, 2020. That moment became her vow to become her own hero. 💥

Stepping away from a high-stress career created an unexpected breakthrough: within three months, her pain and migraines dramatically reduced. The message was clear—the body cannot heal while living in constant stress. 🧠✨

What followed was a deep dive into the Unconscious Mind. Through NLP, Time Line TherapyÂŽ, and Hypnosi...


Menopause, Stress & the Myth of “Getting Old” | Ep 258
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02/14/2026

This conversation between Melissa and Diana dives deep into a holistic, empowering approach to women’s health in midlife—and it boldly challenges the outdated “getting old” story many women are told. 🌿🔥

This episode empowers women to advocate for their bodies, reclaim agency, and approach midlife as a new beginning—not an ending. Small, informed changes can transform how you feel in your body every single day.

🎧 Take one step today: even 5 minutes of intentional self-care can start a powerful shift. And don’t forget to connect with Diana Devi (@AnAgelessLife) for more resources and inspiration.

Gi...


10 Things I Wish I Had Known When My Kids Were Young | Ep 257
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02/07/2026

In this episode, Melissa Deally shares 10 powerful life lessons for conscious parenting, insights that reshape how we speak to children, guide resilience, and empower lifelong emotional and physical wellbeing.

This episode is a reminder that children aren’t being difficult—they’re responding exactly as their Unconscious Mind is designed to respond 🧠💡

🎧 Why listen?

This episode offers practical tools you can apply immediately—whether you’re parenting young children, reparenting yourself, or simply wanting to live more consciously. One insight at a time can change everything.

👉 Melissa also shares how these principles are taught...


The Divorce Reset: Healing the Post-Divorce Void | Ep 256
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01/31/2026

In this powerful episode with Divorce Coach, Mardi Winder, we explore how NLP 🧠, Time Line Therapy® ⏳, and Hypnotherapy 🌙can deeply support people navigating — and healing from — high-conflict divorce. The focus is on clearing the past 🧹, reclaiming identity 🌱, and intentionally creating what comes next ✨.

🔑 What you’ll hear inside the episode:

🛡️ The Post-Divorce Void — when life in survival mode ends, the “armor” comes off, and a surprising emptiness appears

💭 How limiting beliefs, unresolved emotions, and “Who am I now?” confusion can quietly take over

🚀 How NLP tools clear this emotional “negative goop” quickly, helping clients step into a new identity w...


Uncomplicating Wellness: Why You’re Not Broken (The Industry Is) 🌿 | Ep 255
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01/24/2026

Jenn Trepeck is a returning guest on this show, (her first episode was #211), and this time we dive into the powerful truths behind Jenn’s new book Uncomplicating Wellness—a fresh, grounded, refreshingly sane approach to health.

Jenn breaks down why so many people feel overwhelmed by the wellness industry 🤯—from diet culture to profit-driven food systems—and how this noise disconnects us from our own bodies.

✨ The magic? Her framework empowers you to tune out the chaos, tap into what actually works for you, and build a personalized “care team” so you can thrive with clarity—not...


How NLP Tools Saved Her During the Hardest Year of Her Life 🎧 | Ep 254
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01/17/2026

This conversation dives deep into nurse Kim Wilson’s extraordinary year of transformation—from a forced pause due to a knee injury to navigating multiple family health crises, including her sister’s 10-month cancer journey. What could have broken her instead became a catalyst for purpose.

Through NLP and Time Line Therapy®, Kim released decades of stored emotions, rewired unconscious patterns, and reclaimed her power. Now, she’s on a mission to help others move from Stuck to Unstoppable, healing from the root—not the symptoms.

If you’re craving a story of resilience, awakening, and the kind...


Essiac Tea: Nature’s Secret to Gentle Detox & Deep Healing | Ep 253
#253
01/10/2026

🌿 The Healing Power of Essiac Tea 🌿

In this enlightening episode, Melissa sits down with Gina and Bryan Paulhus — the passionate co-owners of Genuine Essiac — to uncover the ancient wisdom and modern science behind Essiac Tea, a powerful herbal formula known for its gentle yet profound detoxification effects. 🫖✨

Together, they explore the history, benefits, and safe use of this remarkable blend — a natural ally for anyone seeking to support their immune system, enhance digestion, and invite deep cellular cleansing. From cancer recovery stories to everyday wellness, this conversation reminds us that healing often begins with simple, consistent choice...


The Most Transformative Conversations of 2025 (A Year in Review) | Ep 252
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01/03/2026

In this special year-end conversation, Melissa Deally reflects on some of the most impactful, healing, and thought-shifting episodes from 2025 — the stories and teachings that moved listeners into deeper empowerment, expanded awareness, and real transformation. 🌱💫

From gut healing breakthroughs to rewiring your relationship with alcohol… from discovering your body’s innate intelligence to understanding the true power of your Unconscious Mind… this recap highlights why these episodes hit home for so many people and why they sparked such profound change.

🎧 If you’re new to the podcast or missed a few episodes along the way, this is the perfect plac...


HH675: Encore Presentation-Why Your Body Needs Help Detoxing
01/02/2026

We need to help our liver detox and you might be interested to know what is your toxic load? I have put in the comments the link to my discover your toxic load quiz. You can start by figuring that out, and then determining if you need to be taking action to help your body detox

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and...


HH674: Encore Presentation: Happy Christmas To You!
12/31/2025

I would love for you to just be able to spend time with family and loved ones. And just be in gratitude for all that you have for all of the loved ones you have around you.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is...


HH673: Encore Presentation-Reminder To Breathe
12/29/2025

I just want to remind you of the power of taking a break to breathe. You always have your breath with you it is completely free. If you slow down long enough, just for five minutes to breathe, it has an amazing calming effect on your body

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab...


HH672: Encore Presentation-Don't Forget Your Love Bra or Love Cape
12/26/2025

Today, I want to talk to you about the power of a love bra or a love cape. We all have those holiday gatherings, generally with family because we can't choose our family and we can choose our friends that we are obligated to go to. And there may be people there that trigger us. And how do we cope with that?

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance...


HH671: Encore Presentation-Managing Holiday Stress #6
12/24/2025

Another thing that causes stress on our body over the holiday season, is the fact that we tend to be drinking more alcohol than usual again because there are so many social events.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then...


HH670: Encore Presentation: Managing Holiday Stress #5
12/22/2025

One of the stresses on our bodies during the holiday season is food. That could be because you have food intolerances, and you're eating out a lot and you're not in control of your food intake because it's being made by other people. Maybe it's just the sheer volume of food because there are tons of baking tons of invitations, et cetera, et cetera. So how do you better manage the intake of food over the holidays and be more in control?

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to...


Erotic Wholeness: Reclaiming Your Life Force with Darshana 🌺 | Ep 251
#251
12/20/2025

🌟 Episode Recap: Exploring Erotic Wholeness with Darshana

Darshana shares her journey through loss, transformation, and self-discovery 💔✨, guiding listeners to reconnect with their bodies, life force energy, and authentic pleasure 🌿💖. She explores erotic wholeness, reframes midlife and menopause, and offers practical ways to cultivate presence, vulnerability, and self-acceptance 🌈.

Key Takeaways:

· 🌺 Erotic wholeness is about life force energy and integrating all parts of yourself.

· 🌀 Trauma-informed practices can help reclaim safety, agency, and intimacy.

· 🌙 Midlife and menopause can unlock new levels of self-knowledge and pleasure.

· 📌 Simple embodiment practices help you tune into your body and preferenc...


HH669: Encore Presentation-Managing Holiday Stress #4
12/19/2025

Today, I want to talk about your calendar. For this time of year its about controlling your calendar instead of having your calendar control you.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural...


HH668: Encore Presentation-Managing Holiday Stress #3
12/17/2025

Back for episode three of managing your stress through the holiday season, and my message today is to do a little bit at a time.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural...


HH667: Encore Presentation-Managing Holiday Stress #2
12/15/2025

Today, I want to talk to you about surviving the mall during the holiday season. If you're like me, it's not really an enjoyable place to be. But there are definitely things we can do to make it easier on ourselves.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside...


Clinical-Level Self-Care: Integrating Ancient and Modern Healing | Ep 250
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12/13/2025

🌿 Episode Recap: The Healing Intelligence of Nature with David Crow

In this deeply enlightening episode, Melissa sits down with renowned herbalist and acupuncturist David Crow, a pioneer in classical Asian, Ayurvedic, and Tibetan medicine 🌺. With over four decades of experience, David shares profound insights on the spiritual and biological bond between humans and plants — revealing how nature’s intelligence supports our immunity, vitality, and consciousness 🌞🌱.

He introduces the concept of “clinical-level self-care,” empowering listeners to take full responsibility for their own healing through an integrative approach — blending herbal medicine, mindfulness, and informed modern medical choices. Together, Melissa and David...


HH666: Encore Presentation-Managing Holiday Stress #1
12/12/2025

The holiday season can be a very stressful time for everyone. And so over the next couple of weeks, I'm just going to be talking about ways that we can be lowering our stress level through the holiday season.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exa...


HH635: Encore Presentation-Boosting Your Immune System
12/10/2025

Today I'm talking again about boosting your immune system. Did you know that you actually have the power to strengthen your immune system or weaken it inadvertently?

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol usi...


HH634: Encore Presentation-Where Is My Immune System?
12/08/2025

Back for another edition of health hack and continuing the theme of the immune system. And you might be wondering, Where is my immune system?

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herb...


Empowered: The Journey From Victim Island To Solution City | Ep 249
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12/06/2025

 Episode Recap: “Empowered from Victim Island to Solution City” 🌍💫

In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Melissa celebrates the upcoming launch of Empowered from Victim Island to Solution City — a transformational book featuring 14 incredible authors who share their real stories of healing, resilience, and empowerment. ✨

Each story shines a light on what it means to rise above pain, reclaim your power, and rewrite your story — from overcoming childhood programming 🕊️, surviving trauma 💔, and breaking free from burnout 🔥, to stepping into independence, purpose, and authentic joy 🌈.

More than just a book, this project is a movement of empowerment with purpose. Every p...


HH633: Encore Presentation-Laughter & Your Immune System
12/05/2025

I want to talk to you about your immune system. Did you know that your immune system is like a muscle, and the things that you are doing every single day are either weakening it or strengthening it?

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly wha...


HH632: Encore Presentation-Your Poop Is A Indicator of Your Gut Health
12/03/2025

So to rounding out talking about poop, I hope you're getting comfortable with this now, the reality, is that ongoing, regular constipation and or diarrhea are not normal.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness pro...


HH631: Encore Presentation-What The Colour Of Your Poop Tells You
12/01/2025

Today we're talking about the color of your poop because that is really important as well

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and supplements. Melissa’s business is 100% virtual –the lab tests are...


Letting Go with Love: The Art of the Empty Nest Transition | Ep 248
#248
11/29/2025

🌸 Episode Recap: “The Power of the Small Jar” 🌸

In this heartfelt and inspiring conversation, Melissa sits down with Jennifer, master life coach and founder of The Small Jar, to explore the beautiful yet complex transition that many moms face when their teens and young adults begin stepping into independence. 💫

Jennifer shares her personal journey — from a life-changing moment on 9/11 to finding her true calling in helping mothers rediscover themselves during the “empty nest straddle” period. Together, Melissa and Jennifer unpack how curiosity, compassion, and authentic communication can rebuild deeper connections with our children while honoring our own evolution. 🕊️

...


HH630: Encore Presentation-Understanding Why Your Poop Matters
11/28/2025

I'm going to talk to you about poop. And I know that's not something we generally talk about in society, and we think of it as gross. But the reality is, is it's important to understand for your health and that of your family members.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that he...


HH629: Encore Presentation-Understanding The Foods Your Body Likes & Doesn't Like
11/26/2025

This week I'm focusing on the power of natural health, lab testing, and getting to the root cause of an issue

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and supplements. Melissa’s bu...


HH628: Encore Presentation- Food Impacted My Daughters Handwriting and Focus
11/24/2025

Today I want to talk about my daughter's experience and I am forever grateful to her grade two teacher.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and supplements. Melissa’s business is 10...


From Corporate Grind to Authentic Freedom | Ep 247
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11/22/2025

In this contemplative episode, Fernando opens up about personal growth and self-awareness, exploring how confronting unconscious stories and limiting beliefs has helped him move beyond his past and embrace true fulfillment 🌱✨.

They explore the power of self-reflective leadership, highlighting how emotionally intelligent leaders inspire and empower teams, instead of leading through force or insecurity 🧠💡.

Fernando also shares his journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of preparing your business before taking the leap and living authentically 🏢➡️🏡.

Finally, he extends a free discovery call for business owners seeking guidance, encouraging listeners to embrace personal growth to...


HH627: Encore Presentation- Understanding My Symptoms
11/21/2025

Today I want to talk to you about the power of natural health and understanding your symptoms are getting to the root cause

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and suppleme...


HH626: Encore Presentation: Stimulating Your Vagus Nerve
11/19/2025

Today I'm talking about stimulating your vagus nerve. You see if your vagus nerve has a high vagal tone, it can easily help you drop out of your chronic stress state into your rest and digest state. Whereas if your vagal tone is low, then it's a lot harder for you to be able to make that shift. But there are many ways that you can stimulate your, your vagus nerve in order to increase your vagal tone.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of...


HH625: Encore Presentation-What Is Your Vagus Nerve and Why Is It So Important?
11/17/2025

Today I want to talk about the vagus nerve. What is the vagus nerve? Well, it's a really important nerve that is connecting your gut to your brain.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness pro...


She Builds Wealth: Empowering Women to Build Health, Wealth & Freedom | Ep 246
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11/15/2025

🚀 In this inspiring conversation, Christine opens up about her journey into real estate investing — from near bankruptcy on a renovation project to building a thriving career and community. She shares how financial struggles can affect women’s health, why aligning your life with your values is key, and how she empowers women to create true freedom through wealth-building. 💪🏡

Christine also introduces her She Builds Wealth community, a powerful space for women to learn, connect, and rise together. She reminds us that financial freedom isn’t just about money — it’s about the power to live life on your own terms. 🌸✨


HH624: Encore Presentation-Your Second Brain
11/14/2025

Today I want to talk to you about your second brain. Yes, did you realize you actually have two brains and your gut is your second brain.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol usi...


HH623: Encore Presentation-Sugar Alternatives
11/12/2025

I want to talk about sugar alternatives.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personalized wellness protocol using natural herbs and supplements. Melissa’s business is 100% virtual –the lab tests are mailed directly to your home and she specialize...


HH622: Encore Presentation-What Can You Do About Your Sugar Cravings?
11/10/2025

Today I just want to talk about what drives your sugar cravings. Sometimes people think it's they have weak willpower, and it's not all about willpower. It's about the signals from the body when the body is out of balance.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exa...


The Infinite Piggy Bank: How to Make Your Money Work for You | Ep 245
#245
11/08/2025

This episode takes us on Gladys’ powerful financial journey, starting with the wake-up call that came after the birth of her son. 💡👶 Inspired by her mother’s hard work and struggles with taxes, Gladys made it her mission to explore smarter ways to build wealth and move beyond simply trading time for money.

She introduces us to the fascinating world of Infinite Banking 💵🔄 — a strategy built around specially structured whole life insurance policies. Unlike the typical "either/or" mindset of paying off debt or saving, this method creates an “Infinite Piggy Bank” 🐷✨ where your money grows, remains protected, and can be borrowed ag...


HH621: Encore Presentation-The Quickest Way to Feel Depressed (So You Can Avoid It)
11/07/2025

I want to talk to you about sugar because it's in everything and sometimes we don't even know where it's sneaking into our diet, and how it affects our mood.

About the Host:

Melissa is an Integrative Health Practitioner helping people get to the root cause of their health issues. Melissa neither diagnoses nor cures but helps bring your body back into balance by helping discover your “toxic load” and then removing the toxins. Melissa offers functional medicine lab testing that helps you “see inside” to know exactly what is going on, and then provides a personali...