The Melissa Ambrosini Show

Monday Motivation is a weekly dose of epic inspiration, delivered direct to your earbuds. These “mini podcasts” are designed to clear out any mental clutter, shift you into clarity and uplift your spirit, so you can dive into your week BURSTING with love and excitement. These weekly ‘spiritual top-ups’ are backed by science. Each episode is infused with Binaural Beats, Solfeggio Frequencies, Isochronic Tones and Monaural Beats and are scientifically engineered to help you drop into a deep meditative state (just like my bestselling Mastering Your Mean Girl Meditations). Combining these four targeted technologies is a world-first, allowing you to experience absolutely mind-blowing benefits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Empowering, life changing, ecstatic… not words you’d usually use to describe childbirth, right? Well, after listening to today’s podcast guest, Debra Pascali-Bonaro, I’m betting you’re going to be changing the way you look at, talk about, and conceptualise this sacred right of passage. Because as Debra’s work shows, it IS possible to have a childbirth that’s filled with love, bliss, dignity… and even orgasm! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/53 Debra Pascali Bonaro is a pioneer in reminding humanity that birth can be full of pleasure and delight. She has trained thousands of doulas and birth professionals around the world in the practices of gentle birth support, and her work has been featured in places like The Today Show, The New York Times, The LA Times, The UK Times, as well as numerous Parenting and Health Magazines around the world. She’s also the creator and director of Orgasmic Birth, a documentary that examines the intimate and miraculous nature of birth. Debra’s insights have massive implications for ALL women — not just those who are pregnant, or planning on having babies soon. So if you want to learn how to unlock your power as a woman, reframe your perception of childbirth, and tap into the magic of this sacred rite of passage, this episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: Her journey from hearing her nonna and great nonna’s birthing stories, to becoming an orgasmic childbirth educator and expert in empowering women to take back their birth (04:21) How you can have a gentle and orgasmic birth (yes, it IS possible) (14:37) Why you must have a love affair with desire and pleasure every single day, and what this can do for your birth (15:43) Why you always want to be mindful of your dialogue — but even more so around birth and pregnancy (18:34) How to literally dance our babies out into the world (love this SO much!) (21:25) Why love and respect are essential when you’re bringing a baby into the world (29:12) Why sexuality during childbirth is so important (32:43) The power of healing sexual trauma (36:03) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/53 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monday Motivation is a weekly dose of epic inspiration, delivered direct to your earbuds. These “mini podcasts” are designed to clear out any mental clutter, shift you into clarity and uplift your spirit, so you can dive into your week BURSTING with love and excitement. These weekly ‘spiritual top-ups’ are backed by science. Each episode is infused with Binaural Beats, Solfeggio Frequencies, Isochronic Tones and Monaural Beats and are scientifically engineered to help you drop into a deep meditative state (just like my bestselling Mastering Your Mean Girl Meditations). Combining these four targeted technologies is a world-first, allowing you to experience absolutely mind-blowing benefits. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’ve tried all sorts of meditations — from mantra based meditation, to visualization, mindfulness and deep breathing. But until a few years ago, I had never tried orgasmic meditation (OM)... and oh boy am I glad I did! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/51 Unlike other meditations, which you do on your own, OM is a consciousness practice you do with another person. The OM practice combines the power and attention of meditation with the deeply human, deeply felt, and connected experience of orgasm. The benefits of this practice are huge — and backed up by both science and loads of personal stories of transformation. As well as feeling amazing, getting your OM on can incline people towards empathy, connection, and generosity. Orgasm also magnifies, intensifies, and vivifies everyday experience — not by altering it, but by revealing its true nature. The implications for our health, happiness, and relationships are astounding. To teach us about this sacred, sensual practice — and to help us peel back the layers on our own true nature — today I have Eli Block on the podcast, a senior faculty member and director at OneTaste. Eli’s insights are sure to inspire, fascinate and surprise you… So if you’re curious about how to activate your sexual impulse, ramp up your intimacy levels, and reach an optimal state of consciousness, this episode is a must listen! In this episode we chat about: Eli’s journey to OM (04:17) What is orgasmic meditation (OM) and how this sacred practice can change your life (07:18) How to practise OM (including a step by step explanation, and starter tips for newbies) (08:54) The power of focused attention (and how it can transform your spiritual and sensual experiences) (13:40) My own personal OM experience and why I loved it (17:52) The benefits of OM (19:22) Why women want to avoid being tumescent (and what this can do to your life) (22:51) The importance of releasing your sexual energy in order to be the best version of yourself (24:13) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/51 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when we leave this earth suit? What’s on the ‘other side’? And what’s the true meaning of this wild and precious life we’ve been gifted? Today’s podcast guest, Anita Moorjani, has the answers to these questions... and her story is likely to blow your spiritual socks off. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/50 After four years of illness, Anita was in the final stages of terminal cancer. Her body — riddled with tumours — was shutting down, and doctors had all but written her off. It was then, in her comatose state, that she had a near death experience — visiting the other realm, experiencing unconditional love, and realising her inherent worth. Upon waking, Anita shocked her medical team by rapidly healing her body, with all traces of cancer disappearing in just a few short weeks. Describing herself as ‘just an ordinary Indian girl who had an extraordinary experience’, Anita went on to change her life, reclaim her health, and rewrite her future. Since then, she has captured the hearts and attention of millions across the globe by sharing her incredible story, and is now an internationally renowned inspirational speaker and New York Times best selling author. So if you want a serious dose of inspiration, a deeper understanding of true love, and the real reason why we are here on earth, THIS episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: Her near death experience, the life changing lessons she learned from it and how it changed the entire course of her life (05:18) Why Anita believes that “heaven” is not a destination but a state of being (23:38) The real reason why so many people are suffering (26:20) The way to true health (SO freaking inspiring) (34:04) What fear actually does to your body, mind and soul (35:09) How to transform your fear into love (37:29) Why love is the answer to everything (38:55) What to do if you or someone close to you has just been diagnosed with an illness, or is going through a tough time (41:51) The little known secret for rapid healing (that’s absolutely essential for recovery) (43:48) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s always so inspiring to meet people who are kicking butt in not just one, but multiple life areas. They’re my favourite people to interview because they’ve perfected the art of peak performance, and always have so many useful insights to share about what it takes to get to the top. Today’s podcast guest, Lorna Jane, is a shining example of one of these peak performers. A business guru with an uber-successful global empire, she’s also rocking radiant health, a kickass mindset, off-the-charts self-love, a beautiful marriage (25 years and counting), and a love-filled personality to boot… It’s a seriously impressive array of achievements (and did I mention she’s a total sweetheart too?!) For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/49 The seed for Lorna’s fashion empire was first planted in 1985, when she came up with the then-radical idea that gym wear could also be worn as lifestyle clothing. She thought that if she could design pieces that were both fashionable and functional, it would inspire women to put on their activewear and actually want to work out! Lorna’s unique vision quickly turned into a global movement — a complete way of life that has transformed not only what women wear all over the world, but also how they think and feel about health and wellness. This is a woman with serious cred, who’s influenced and revolutionised multiple industries… and she’s not done yet! If you are ready for some serious inspiration, you are going to L.O.V.E. this episode. In this episode we chat about: Her journey from fitness instructor to CEO of a global activewear company (06:40) How she overcomes fear in her daily life (10:24) Her darkest times and how she moved through them (15:47) How to bust through fear (22:52) Her self love journey (26:04) The biggest thing that broke her heart (28:16) Her best self love tips (32:37) The big thing that she has struggled with all her life which brought her to tears (36:58) Whether you can be a successful entrepreneur and have children (43:59) Working and living with your partner (47:39) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/49 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It seems like every week, there’s a new study released finding yet another way that stress is harming us. Whether it’s emotional, environmental, nutritional or physical, we all know that stress can have a destructive impact on our mind, body and soul (not to mention our immune system, relationships, creativity… the list goes on!) It’s easy to feel powerless when it comes to stress — I mean, it’s an unavoidable part of modern life, yeah? And we all just have to put up with it slowly poisoning us... right? Not according to today’s podcast guest, Evan Brand, who is here to teach us how to rewrite our stress response, calm our nervous system and take charge of our life. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/48 Evan is a board-certified holistic nutritionist, certified functional medicine practitioner and nutritional therapist... so you can bet your sweet tushie he knows his stuff when it comes to all things health! With his focus on addressing the underlying causes that lead to disease and depression, Evan has transformed the lives of thousands of people and helped them reclaim their energy, vitality and their life. If you want to rewire your brain, increase your energy, and master stress once and for all, this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: His journey to becoming a functional medical practitioner (05:29) The long term effects of stress (10:19) How stress eats your brain, muscle tissue and causes leaky gut (12:28) Why you want to take ALL your notifications off your phone and computer (15:34) The 4 different types of stress and why you need to understand them (24:13) How the food you eat can ramp up your stress response (26:58) Why you need to get rid of plastic in your home (27:40) What nobody tells you about Crossfit and stress (28:05) His top tips for adrenal support (29:00) How to avoid energy vampires (30:14) The power of EFT (31:33) How stress affects your mood, mind and mojo (35:32) The link between stress and your gut (37:09) No-brainer tactics to eliminate stress (41:15) How to rewire your brain (43:26) The most advanced bio-hacks for stress reduction (49:22) Psychedelics for stress busting (56:00) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/48 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When someone tells you that you can reboot your metabolism and teach your body how to burn fat as your main fuel source, it’s safe to say they’d capture your attention, yeah? Well, what if they said that they could teach you how to do all that in just 21 days, and that the effects would last FOREVER? Sounds almost too good to be true, right? But today’s podcast guest, Mark Sisson — from leading Paleo blog Mark’s Daily Apple — assures us that it’s not only possible, it’s 100% achievable, and he’s here to tell us how. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/47 Mark is a lion in the world of Paleo and primal health. A former world-class endurance athlete, he’s become one of the leading voices of the Evolutionary Health Movement and has dedicated his life to helping others reach optimal health and performance. With his unconventional — but extremely effective — approach to health, he has paved the way for Primal enthusiasts to challenge accepted wisdom on all aspects of diet, exercise and lifestyle, inspiring them to take personal responsibility for their health and well-being. (And at 64 years of age, completely ripped, and bouncing with energy, you can tell that Mark is someone who walks their talk… and that his talk absolutely works!) So if you are ready to unleash copious amounts of energy, kickstart your metabolism, and become a fat burning machine forever, Holy Smokes are you going to love this episode. In this episode we chat about: Mark’s journey from endurance athlete to where he is today (05:19) Whether the keto diet is actually right for you (09:33) What is metabolic flexibility and why you NEED to know about it (12:12) How to ditch carbohydrate dependency and become a fat burning beast for good (12:58) Mark’s ultimate ‘how to’ for getting into ketosis — including the ideal times to train and eat (15:23) The importance of bio-individuality when it comes to your diet and health (19:54) How sleep and stress affect your metabolic rate and ability to burn fat (you do NOT want to miss what he has to say here!) (25:25) The ideal amount of time we need to sleep (29:20) Why play is the key to happiness (30:49) How to eat from a place of love, not fear (and why this is a game-changing mindset shift) (37:32) How he deals with stress (47:49) What (the eff!) is ‘forest bathing’ and why Mark says you should do it every day (49:16) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/47 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine if you knew how to confidently show up as your true, authentic self in EVERY part of your life... How liberating would that be? Instead though, many of us can lean towards covering up our true essence by putting on a mask, believing that it will make us more ‘likeable’ or help us fit in better. Today’s podcast guest, the incredible New York Times bestselling author Lewis Howes, knows all about the masks we wear. (In fact, he literally wrote the book on them!). In this episode, we’re delving deep into why we wear them, how to take them off, and why this is an essential topic to explore if you want to unlock your full potential and experience epic relationships. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/46 Lewis’s story is pretty incredible. After achieving crazy success at just 30 years of age, he found himself wearing the ultimate mask — outwardly thriving, but profoundly unfulfilled on the inside. Not happy to settle for a life half-lived, Howes set out on a personal journey to find inner peace and to uncover the many masks that people wear. That journey led him to write The Mask of Masculinity — an odyssey of self-discovery for all modern men... and the women who love them. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who either IS a man, loves a man (including a father, brother, or partner), or wants to better understand the role of men in our culture. (So ladies, this is one ep you should DEFINITELY slip onto your man’s iPhone!) If you want to show up as your best self, live a life of true freedom, and connect with your partner on the most epic level imaginable, make sure you listen now. In this episode we chat about: Lewis’ journey from professional footballer to New York Times bestselling author, number one podcaster, and being interviewed by Ellen (03:33) His next book and why he wrote The Mask of Masculinity (09:49) Why we all wear masks (14:42) Who are we without our masks (17:00) His top tips for relationships and how these tips have changed his life (24:55) Why breathing and meditation are key to epic relationships (31:32) Powerful strategies to free yourself from guilt and fear (30:15) The must-have relationship boundaries that will change your life (LOVE his take on this!) (34:17) How to inspire your partner to show up as the best version of themselves (35:04) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/46 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An orgasm during childbirth? Pffft. Yeah, right. Like most people, I rolled my eyes when I first heard about the concept of ‘ecstatic birth’. I mean, childbirth is meant to be a traumatic and painful experience, right? That’s certainly the message I got growing up, and from every Hollywood movie with a birthing scene! But today’s podcast guest, family physician Dr Sarah Buckley, has not only experienced an ecstatic birth first hand, she has done the research and has scientific proof of the hormonal physiology of labour and birth that can result in a pleasurable and ecstatic labour. Um, sign me up please! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/45 Trained in GP obstetrics, Dr Buckley has been writing and lecturing to childbirth professionals and parents since 1997, and is the author of the international best-seller Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering. Sarah is also the mother of four children, all naturally born and naturally raised, now in their teen years and beyond. Sarah’s work supports parents and professionals to be well informed, and to listen to their hearts and instincts. She acknowledges parents as the real experts in their bodies, babies, and families (hallelujah!) and what she has to offer will radically change the way you look at childbirth forever. Whether you’re a mama, a mama-to-be, a maybe-one-day, or even a hard no, today’s episode is SUCH important listening for women everywhere. (Basically, everyone with ovaries needs to hear this wisdom!) So if you want to understand the true power of your womanly body, and rewrite what’s possible when it comes to birth, this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: Sarah’s journey and how she became a natural birth doctor (05:24) How you can experience a natural ecstatic childbirth (08:53) Why giving birth is hardwired in all women (14:49) How we can rectify the hormonal gaps when we have interventions or c-sections (16:59) Why skin to skin contact is vital for as long as possible (19:27) What a baby breast crawl is (25:56) How important it is to trust your body — especially during pregnancy, birth and postpartum (32:22) Why no two births are ever the same (38:01) Why it’s important to be the most prepared you can be, and how hiring a midwife can be one of the most supportive things you can do (45:14) What is a lotus birth? (51:20) Plus so much more. P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/45 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does a Hollywood celebrity fashion stylist become one of the most well known bio hackers on the planet? Well, today’s podcast guest Luke Storey did it by using himself as a human guinea pig to explore a broad variety of measures to obtain optimal health, performance and well-being. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/44 Luke’s journey is a fascinating one — he’s gone from styling people’s clothes to styling their lives (how cool is that?!). He has spent the past twenty-one years developing and refining what he says is the ‘ultimate’ lifestyle, based on powerful principles of health and spirituality, combined with the technology and modern conveniences of urban living. He has applied his findings to not only completely transform his own life, but also the lives of thousands of people across the globe… and after today’s powerhouse conversation, you might find yourself one of them! If you’re passionate about discovering the ultimate lifestyle for top performance, health, and fulfillment, you WON’T want to miss this interview. In this episode we chat about: His journey from Hollywood celebrity fashion stylist to a famous biohacking life stylist (04:54) What exactly is a life stylist? (07:28) How to not become obsessed with health (12:34) Why self-love is key to happiness (17:55) The best bio hacking tricks he has tried (so many cool ideas here — worth listening to the episode for these tips alone!) (36:50) What is bringing him the most joy right now (58:06) His epic (and elaborate!) morning routine (01:05:56) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/44 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine having access to a secret blueprint that allows you to live a life with ZERO regrets… That’s what today’s podcast guest, Bronnie Ware, has created. As a palliative care worker, she sat next to hundreds of terminally ill people at one of the most critical junctures of their lives: while they transitioned out of their earth suit. She paid attention to their final stories and dying wishes, suspecting that there’d be powerful wisdom hidden within… and Holy Shakti, she was not wrong! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/43 Bronnie began noticing that these departing souls all seemed to have the same few regrets. She compiled this wisdom into a potent book — The Top Five Regrets of the Dying — so that all of us could learn from these lessons, and transform our own lives. Now an international bestseller, Bronnie’s words and wisdom have changed lives across the globe... And after today’s podcast, you might just be one of them. If you want to consciously create a life that you’re proud of, that fulfills you on a heart and soul level, and that results in zero deathbed regrets, this eye-opening conversation is for you… In this episode we chat about: Her journey from being a banker, to an artist, to a palliative care worker, to an international bestselling author (04:30) Her path to finding work with heart (06:54) The top regrets of the dying and how you can rewrite your own reality to live regret free (08:36) What working in palliative care has taught her (12:48) How she lives a regret free life, and the simple tools she uses to do that (19:22) The power of creating space and stillness in your life (21:10) How to inspire your children to live regret free lives (25:19) Her healing journey from debilitating rheumatoid arthritis (34:16) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/43 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carrie-Anne Moss shot to global stardom as Trinity in the global box office smash hit, The Matrix trilogy. But this heart-centered, humble woman has not let fame and success change her. As well as being a mega Hollywood actress, she is also a mama, wife, a voice for women, and an incredible spiritual teacher. (How’s that for multi talented?!) For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/42 When I first read Carrie-Anne’s teachings and musings — over on her gorgeous website, Annapurna Living — I knew I HAD to have her on the show. Anyone who can stay as calm, centred, and conscious as she is, while still kicking butt in the crazy world of Hollywood, clearly has some potent wisdom up her sleeve. If you’re craving some powerful inspo — particularly on how to experience remarkable freedom while living a life of success, satisfaction and nourishment — you won’t want to miss this powerful conversation. In this episode we chat about: Carrie-Anne’s discovery of her spiritual path, before she became an actress (04:52) What she learned from her character Trinity in the Matrix (08:25) How she dances between the masculine and feminine energy (09:17) How she let’s go of guilt and nourishes her mind, body and soul (11:43) The power of spiritual awareness (17:50) What living through an earthquake and watching her life flash before her eyes taught her (20:00) How she navigates her way through Hollywood (24:40) The power of elevating others (25:35) How parenting our children can inspire growth (30:18) Why personal growth is the key to loving your life (32:07) Managing your relationships alongside your spiritual journey (36:52) Communicating effectively with your lover (42:39) Why your imperfections are ‘perfect’ (46:42) How to awaken through your cycle (53:09) How having children and becoming a parent has changed her (56:15) How to connect with the moon to supercharge your creativity and productivity (1:04:40) Why she consciously chooses not to put anything toxic in or on her body (1:28:18) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/42 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are essential oils? How do they interact with our bodies? What are the practical ways we can integrate them into our lives for optimal wellness? Today, more than ever, we are hearing more and more about essential oils and just how magical these powerful gifts from the earth are. Despite them being in the spotlight however, it’s not every day that you come across someone in the public health sphere who’s an essential oils guru, but the wildly popular Dr Eric Zielinski specializes in the therapeutic use of essential oils, so I knew I had to have him on the show! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/41 Achieving true health is not an easy task. For many people, it might be easier to pop a pill or push aside lingering discomfort in favor of finishing everything on your to-do list. But Dr Z (as he is commonly known) says there is a different way and is passionate about showing people how to make their health a priority with Mother Nature's medicine. Essential oils can be the natural solution for an infinite number of physical, emotional and spiritual issues, so if you want to learn about the best essential oils from a true research backed expert, and how to live a toxic free life, this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: His journey from chiropractor to essential oils guru (04:08) What are essential oils and why are they so powerful (06:47) Why understanding dilution is imperative (10:06) The top things you must know before you start using plant extracts (11:43) Why bio individuality is key when using oils (11:54) The many ways you can use the oils in your everyday life (21:47) How oils can help boost your health and happiness (23:47) You won’t believe these products that use essentials oils! (28:38) The best oils for women (41:31) The most harmonising oils to combat stress (41:38) How to become obsessed with oils (42:47) How to use aromatic anchors in your life (49:50) Oils for meditation and spirituality (51:24) How and why you need to control your home environment and how to create a home wellness sanctuary (56:40) Plus so much more! P.S. You should always consult a health practitioner before starting any new health practice. For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/41 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You know when you first fall in love, and you experience the honeymoon stage? You’re so loved up, present and totally in flow. Life feels great. Epic, actually! Then it slowly starts to fade away and life goes back to normal. That’s what we are lead to believe is suppose to happen, right?! Well today’s guest Dr Bruce Lipton says no way! We can actually experience the honeymoon effect as part of our everyday reality. In fact, we can live in that state of bliss constantly... Sounds good to me! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/40 Dr Bruce Lipton is an internationally recognized leader in bringing science and spirit together. He is a stem cell biologist, the global smash hit bestselling author of The Biology Of Belief and The Honeymoon Effect, plus he just happens to be a super powerful speaker. If you want to experience the ‘honeymoon effect’ every single day and create heaven here on earth, then you’re going to LOVE today’s episode. In this episode we chat about: How knowledge is power (06:15) How to truly experience heaven on earth (08:04) Why the first 7 years of your life are crucial for the development of your belief systems (all you parents are going want to grab a pen for this bit!) (10:42) How to reprogram your negative, limiting, fear-based beliefs (so much gold here!) (29:41) The importance of self-love in creating your dream existence (33:50) Why your new hobby needs to be theta hypnosis (36:44) Why repetition is your best friend when reprogramming your beliefs (37:36) Why you need to fake it till you make it (47:04) How worrying can repel your desires and ruin your manifesting (50:46) How 90% of all disease is stress related, and how you can influence your genes to create vibrant, glowing health (55:33) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/40 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Imagine trying to operate complex machinery without an instruction manual… sounds crazy, but that’s exactly what most of us are doing in our relationships! After all, it’s not like we’re taught ‘Relationship 101’ in school. Instead, we’re left to figure it out for ourselves and if you’re anything like me, you fumble, because I (and maybe you too?) never really understood the basic principle that our relationships are our teachers. Relationships serve a divine purpose, and are the most amazing opportunity for growth. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/39 Today’s podcasts guests, Chris and Lori Harder, are great examples of what growth in a relationship can look like. After over a decade together, Chris and Lori live and work under the one roof (which to me, is a mighty feat in itself). And not only do they do it well, they do it with crazy amounts of love, respect and compassion. So, if you want to learn how to run not one, but TWO multi-million dollar brands, AND be happy, successful, give back, inspire millions and have an epic soulful relationship, then this episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: Chris and Lori’s magical love story and how they got to where they are today (05:24) Their top 5 tips on how to live and work together (with loads of love, and without losing your mind!) (08:54) Why your partner is NOT your coach (lots of light-bulb moments to be had here!) (15:45) The number one key to a successful relationship (19:43) The importance of understanding the masculine and feminine, and how they navigate between the two energy systems (23:13) The biggest challenge they have with each other and how they move through it with ease and grace (31:36) The biggest misconception about them as a couple (33:43) How they keep their love and relationship exciting and fresh after over a decade together (I’ve already put some of their insights here into action!) (37:25) Why self-love is the key to a successful relationship (43:47) What they are currently wanting to improve within their life (48:28) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/39 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hippocrates famously once said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” Never before has been more relevant than today, especially when it comes to combatting inflammation in the body and common autoimmune issues. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/38 It’s not everyday you meet someone who has healed herself from being wheelchair bound with secondary progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS), and done so mainly via the foods she eats. But today’s guest, Dr Terry Wahls, is that person and her story is now well known around the world. Dr. Wahls is a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa. She is the author of The Wahls Protocol: How I Beat Progressive MS Using Paleo Principles and Functional Medicine and the cookbook The Wahls Protocol Cooking for Life: The Revolutionary Modern Paleo Plan to Treat All Chronic Autoimmune Conditions. Unfortunately, autoimmune issues are all too common these days. But Dr Wahls’ approach to nutrition and health shows us that illness and decline are not inevitable, and we do have the power to rewrite our own future. Not only does Terry give you the tools to add years to your life, she also teaches you how to ‘cook for your life’ and reverse autoimmunity so that you can not just slow its descent, but live a life of radiant health and full-blown vitality. In this episode we chat about: Why she only eats one meal a day (05:16) The best anti-aging secret ever (05:56) The reason we feel hungry (even when we don’t really need to eat) (06:17) How she healed from secondary progressive multiple sclerosis (07:05) How to create health and cook for life (13:57) The biggest thing you need to remove from your diet to help you thrive (15:36) What a ketogenic diet is and the pros and cons of it (16:24) How to get your hormones back on track (19:42) The top things you need to experience glowing health and vitality (27:01) Why avoiding lectins may be the number one thing you need to do for your health (34:02) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/38 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if I told you that there are specific habits and rituals you can follow that WILL make you happier? It might sound farfetched but it’s 100% true, as you’ll find out in this conversation with today’s podcast guest, Gretchen Rubin — a lawyer-turned-writer who has dedicated her life to researching happiness and giving us tools to make life better. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/37 Gretchen is one of the most thought-provoking and influential writers on the planet on the topics of habits and happiness. She is the author of several books, including the blockbuster New York Times bestsellers Better Than Before, The Happiness Project and Happier at Home. She has an enormous readership, both in print and online, and her books have sold almost three million copies worldwide, in more than thirty languages. On her popular weekly podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin, she discusses good habits and happiness. She provides surprising insights and practical advice drawn from cutting-edge research, ancient wisdom, and her own observations, about how we can make our lives better than before. Fast Company named Gretchen on its list of Most Creative People in Business, and she’s a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100. She’s been interviewed by Oprah, and walked arm-in-arm with the Dalai Lama… So it’s safe to say, this lady knows her thing! If you want to experience even more happiness in your life (and if you’re as fascinated by the power of habits as I am), then this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: How she became an expert on happiness (03:32) Gretchen’s 21 strategies to dial up your happiness levels (07:17) The difference between habits and rituals (08:58) Why you need to understand the roles of treats vs rewards (and how you can use each to help you get stuff done!) (12:49) The essential 7 happiness habits (20:35) The 4 tendencies, and why it’s such a struggle to form new habits, even when you really want to (this is super interesting!) (23:47) How making your bed can make you happier (yep, you heard me correctly!) (34:20) The 2 questions to ask yourself to uncover what makes you truly happy (37:39) What to do when you ‘fail’ (and why, if you're not failing, you're not trying hard enough) (40:45) Why it's important to be nice to everyone (43:36) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/37 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your gut affects SO MANY aspects of your health — from your skin, to your mood, your fertility, your emotions, your hormones, your stress levels and more. So even the smallest improvements to your gut health can have amazing flow-on effects to the rest of your body and mind… but the opposite is true too: if your gut’s in bad shape, everything’s going to be out of whack. So it’s super important to get your gut sorted, which is why on this week’s show — due to popular demand — I have brought back the amazingly insightful Donna Gates, gut expert extraordinaire! Today she will be answering all your burning questions to help you understand this oh-so-important organ — and get clear on how to take care of it — so you can experience massive shifts in your mood, energy levels and general vitality. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/36 If you’ve never heard Donna speak before, you’re in for a treat. As the international best-selling author of The Body Ecology Diet: Recovering Your Health and Rebuilding Your Immunity, she is on a mission to change the way the world eats. The Body Ecology Diet was the first ‘diet’ of its kind — sugar-free, gluten-free, casein-free, and probiotic-rich. In fact, Donna’s ALWAYS been ahead of her time (she was teaching about fermented foods way back in 1994, and was the first to coin the phrase ‘inner ecosystem’). Over the past 25 years, she has truly become one of the most respected authorities in the field of digestive health, diet, and nutrition.... so I cannot wait for you to hear us delve crazy-deep into all things gutsy! If you care at ALL about your health (and you’re reading this, beautiful, so I know you do) this is a must-listen episode that has the power to impact your life in massive ways, for decades to come. In this episode we chat about: The 5 daily habits for good gut health (05:16) The essential tests to find out what's going on inside your gut (18:06) The truth about intermittent fasting and fertility (20:58) Donna’s best-ever anti-aging tip (22:08) The hidden cause of infertility (which so few women know about) (25:19) Important eating strategies during pregnancy and breastfeeding (26:54) What a keto diet is and if it's good for you (28:21) Why knowing your genes is key to optimum health (29:38) How to heal skin issues like acne, psoriasis, eczema and rosacea (if only I’d known this stuff when I was a teenager!) (33:26) How to lower cortisol and support your adrenals (37:08) Vegan bone broth alternatives (41:04) How to heal histamine and SIBO (51:28) Why you want to avoid alcohol and eating in between meals (01:06:26) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/36 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I recently met Mike on my trip to Greece where we worked with the Afghanistan refugees. After that experience we headed to Naxos and Santorini to spend a few days together, and it’s safe to say that Nick (my hubby) and Mike had a mega bromance going on! But Nick wasn’t the only one drawn to this beautiful human... Everybody wanted to be around him. It’s not everyday you meet someone you feel so honored and humbled to simply be in their presence. Mike is so powerful, yet soft, grounded and purpose driven. I felt like I was in the presence of true greatness. Which is why I am so excited to share his story with you today. Mike Sherbakov knows a thing or two about living an extraordinary life. From active duty in the United States Marine Corps to being a social entrepreneur, philanthropist, mega global adventurer, inspiring father, and creating The Greatness Foundation, his entire life is dedicated to being of service and supporting others just like you to unlock greatness. Mike is fascinated with exploring human potential, and is on a mission to positively impact one billion lives. He holds degrees in kinesiology and psychology, along with advanced certifications in fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, and yoga. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/35 If you’re craving some feel-it-in-your-bones inspiration to lift you up and rocket you forward, this conversation is for you! In this episode we chat about: How he went from working in the marines to being an entrepreneur, philanthropist, adventurer, and creating The Greatness Foundation (04:18) Why you can sometimes be frightened of your light (not your darkness) (08:16) How to live an extraordinary life (10:05) The power of showing up (and why it’s so essential) (13:27) The top five regrets of the dying (16:17) How to find your passion and purpose in life (21:09) The ideal people to surround yourself with, if you want to achieve greatness (21:53) Why you need to be a student for life (23:13) Why are we here on earth? (An answer that’ll make your heart soar!) (24:44) Parenthood as a transformational journey (27:23) The daily rituals that will change your life (30:19) Why openness is the key to everything (37:25) The beauty of different perspectives (40:14) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Now more than ever we are seeing a return of empowered women, birthing their children in the way that THEY want to… and it’s thanks to powerhouse women like Genevieve, who are blazing the trail and lighting the way for all of us. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/34 Whatever your dream birth may look like, Genevieve believes that preparation and knowledge is key to set yourself up for your ideal birthing experience. And after giving birth to two children (in a birthing centre, supported by a midwife and doula) she knows her shizzle, and wanted to share everything she knows with YOU! That’s why she wrote her incredible book, The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth. It’s a modern (yet ancient) approach to this sacred journey, which recognises that childbirth is a miraculous process... not a medical condition or illness. There’s so much juicy, empowering knowledge in this conversation, I know your mind is going to be blown wide open. So whether you are thinking about having a baby, are still years off, or aren’t interested at all, if you are a female this podcast is for you! In this episode we chat about: How she went from being a junk food-eating, soft drink-guzzling smoker to Mama Natural (05:19) Why a scary, fearful birth doesn't have to be your reality (and how to shift your mindset and perception) (13:56) Vaginal birth vs Cesarean — the facts, the myths, and what every woman NEEDS to know (19:48) The key to natural birth (seriously — why aren’t we taught this stuff at school?!) (24:04) The ‘gentle’ intervention option (that many women don’t know about) (25:13) How to make a Cesarean as similar to a natural birth as possible (the answer lies in your vagina!) (26:55) Home birth vs Hospital birth — which is right for you? (27:58) How to reduce your risk of interventions (29:36) The difference between a midwife and doula (and why you want both!) (36:49) How to find your dream birth team (I absolutely loved her ideas here… take notes!) (38:40) Why you should eat your placenta… yes, really! (43:58) Why presence and surrender are essential for a blissful birth (57:24) The 3 things you must do for healthy, humming hormones (59:20) Why you must avoid stressful exercise when pregnant (01:05:24) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/34 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nora Gedgaudas is a board-certified nutritional consultant and a board-certified clinical neurofeedback specialist with over 20 years of clinical experience. She’s also a globally recognized authority on ketogenic and ancestrally based nutrition, a pioneer in the Paleo movement, and a bestselling author to boot. (To say that she knows her shiz is an understatement!) For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/33 There’s so much gold in Nora’s methods and philosophy, but her approach to brain chemistry, moods, and mental health is my favorite of all. Anxiety and depression are NOT natural and do NOT have to be part of your everyday reality. So if you are currently experiencing either of these conditions — or know someone who is —- then this conversation is for you! In this episode we chat about: How she went from living with a family of wild wolves to where she is today (yes, really!) (04:41) How she lost 25 pounds doing no exercise and eating more healthy fats than ever before (08:53) The dentist whose work inspired Nora’s entire approach to wellness (13:29) The 2 foods you’ll find in the diets of ALL the most healthy people in the world (no matter where they live) (19:11) Why eating too much protein is not good for you and can actually make you age faster (24:59) The best way to age gracefully and limit disease (26:38) Behind the scenes of her 25-year struggle with depression (and how she turned it all around) (33:36) The truth about depression and how you can support yourself (and your cellular health) if you are currently experiencing it (34:56) The absolute easiest ‘quick win’ when it comes to dealing with depression (38:15) The underlying causes of depression (including how exhaustion can be keeping you sick) (44:40) The diet that Nora followed to heal from 25 years of dark depression (57:57) The first 3 baby steps you can take if you’re going through depression right now (Powerful AND totally achievable = Gold) (59:59) The food we should ALL be cutting out immediately (01:01:34) Why you need to listen to your food cravings (01:07:47) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/33 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If I were to narrow down a list of my absolute favourite books — the ones that have rocked me to my core and changed the course of my life — Conversations With God by Neale Donald Walsch would be a sure-fire inclusion. When I read it the first time (and there’s been many re-reads since) almost the entire book ended up dog eared and highlighted. I found myself nodding along in agreement, even saying ‘YES!’ out loud, because everything I was reading was resonating so intensely with what I already knew to be true deep in my heart. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/32 The author of this book — and the ‘voice of God’ — is Neale Donald Walsch, a modern day spiritual messenger whose words continue to touch the world in profound ways. With an early interest in religion and a deeply felt connection to spirituality, Neale spent the majority of his life thriving professionally, yet searching for spiritual meaning before experiencing his now famous conversation with ‘God’. The Conversations with God series of books that emerged from those encounters has been translated into 37 languages, touching millions and inspiring important changes in their day-to-day lives. Neale has since written 29 books on spirituality and its practical application in everyday life. Seven of those have reached the New York Times Bestseller List, with the first Conversations with God book occupying that list for over two-and-a-half years. (Crazy, cool!) I was insanely excited to interview this amazing man, and our conversation did not disappoint. (I had goosebumps — or as I like to call them, ‘god bumps’ — the entire time!) Get ready for a spiritual awakening! In this episode we chat about: His journey and how he got to where he is today (05:00) How the Conversations with God phenomenon came to be (06:55) The passage from his book that brought my husband and I together (I wasn’t kidding when I said it was a ‘life changing’ book!) (14:30) Neale’s foolproof strategies for dealing with challenges when they pop up (18:02) The powerful spiritual tool that will change your life forever (I loved this so much!) (22:36) How Neale deals with tough moments (and why what we resist persists) (26:18) Neale’s favourite phrase that helps him move through adversity (28:52) Are you really creating your own reality? (31:02) Why being self-centered is the key to living your best life (37:12) The one sentence to say to yourself before you walk into any room (40:00) Why expectations ruin relationship (and how to ditch them instantly) (43:09) Why forgetfulness is a great gift (47:28) How and why sex is sacred (and how to use this extraordinary expression of love to enhance your relationship) (50:53) The key to life (01:10:10) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/32 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There’s no denying that EMFs (electromagnetic fields) are harmful! It’s a fact that we need to stop hiding from. Whether you feel it within yourself (like I can) or not, you are being affected by these fields every single day, and they’re having an undeniable impact on your health, happiness and hormones. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/31 Today’s podcast guest, Dr Libby Darnell — a Functional Medicine practitioner and Doctor of Chiropractic — has experienced this impact personally and professionally. She knows the detrimental effects of EMF all too well, after losing her seven-year-old niece in two months after high exposures of EMFs in her home and school. Now an expert on how to keep your family safe from EMF radiation, Libby is on a mission to spread the message about this life-ruining toxin and share the simple but effective techniques that can save us, our kids and our future. In this must-listen episode, she tells it to us straight — including revealing some pretty scary secrets about the dangers lurking within every modern household (I have to say, I was gobsmacked!). So settle in, buckle up, and get ready for the aha’s — this one’s quite the ride! In this episode we chat about: What EMFs actually are, how they affect you, and why they are detrimental to your health (05:24) Why you need to check your smart meter to save your health (14:27) The repercussions of doing nothing to protect yourself from EMFs (19:15) What Libby predicts in the future for our health and EMF exposure (19:58) The scary truth about ‘dirty electricity’ and how you can avoid it in your home (20:28) The common household item (that your kids probably LOVE) that is slowly toxifying everyone in your household (21:22) How EMFs can affect your sleep, health and fertility (27:07) Libby’s crazy effective (and super cheap) EMF protection hack (you’ll be running to your kitchen to give this one a go (36:25) The easy but powerful technique you can do whilst brushing your teeth, to limit your EMF exposure (37:55) The dangers of fluorescent light bulbs (40:56) Why you should unplug your mobiles and laptops before using them (45:54) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/31 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Figuring out your ideal daily rituals that can enable you to really thrive can be tricky… but not for today’s guest, Elena Brower, who’s totally mastered the art. She’s also a master of many other things — including co-parenting with ease and grace, self-love, compassion, busting through fear, and dismantling addictions. I couldn’t wait to pick her brains on these topics in this heart-expanding, soul-stretching episode. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/30 Elena’s story is a fascinating one. After struggling with addiction for years, she figured out how to heal her pain (and ditch her self-destructive patterns) through self-love, daily rituals, meditation and various healing practices. These days, she’s a world-renowned yoga teacher with her NYC classes always packed to the rafters, an author, teacher, speaker and self-love guru, as well as a loving Mama. She’s also the author of Art of Attention — an artful yoga workbook now translated into six languages — and the creator of Teach.yoga, a virtual home for yoga teachers worldwide. If you want to amp up your self-love, learn how to consciously co-parent, and create life-changing daily practices, then this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: How Elena got to where she is today and how she learned to love herself (04:40) Conscious parenting and how to lead by example (09:00) How blended families can co-parent with grace (11:50) Why treating your children like an adult is imperative for their growth (14:16) Why lying to your children will break their respect (14:50) Why compassion is the key to self-love (16:35) How to love yourself (17:32) The breath exercise to rock your daily practice and amp up your self-love (22:52) How to bust through limiting beliefs and how to re-write your fear-based stories (27:28) What the powerful ‘miracle practice’ is and why it’s imperative to conscious creation (27:50) Why our children are not ‘ours’, why we can not control them, and why letting them make mistakes is key to their expansion and growth (37:00) The importance of vulnerability in all our relationships (and how to embody this sacred quality) (43:00) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An abundance mindset was not something that came naturally to today’s guest, Peta Kelly. In fact, not that long ago, she had to do some major re-writing of her money story. But when she did? She became a self-made millionaire... at the grand old age of 25. (Seriously!). So you can probably tell you’re in for some epic aha’s in this episode. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/29 Peta was recently featured in Forbes Magazine and has also been named in Inc Magazine's list of Top 27 Female Entrepreneurs changing the world. Pretty epic, huh?! She is a divine soul on a mission to unleash the genius of GenY’s globally. At age 22, she ditched her PhD studies and went on the hunt for that ‘thing’ that was calling her higher. That's when she found her first business passion in network marketing and became a 7-figure-a-year earner by the age of 26. Her network marketing journey led Peta to her bigger, more global soul work and now she’s building a global enterprise, Jeaniius — a hub of nakedly brilliant people, mobilized to create epic-ness for our planet through conscious enterprise and magical collaborations. Peta teaches the new way to live, lead, earn and give, and what excites her the most is bringing her brilliant, badass generation together as one team and one family so that we can gift our planet (and our kiddies) an environment where they can truly thrive. If you have any limiting money beliefs, abundance blocks or simply want to be ‘richer’ in all areas of your life, this episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: How she became a self-made millionaire at age 25 (04:42) How she mastered her Mean Girl to retire her mum at age 26 (13:53) Her secrets to busting through fear (15:33) Why rewriting your money story is key to experiencing abundance (and how you can do it in your own life) (21:23) Why alignment is so ridiculously important in manifesting your heart’s desires (31:52) The one exercise that will change your relationship with money forever (41:23) Why being ‘nice’ to money is imperative (such a cool idea!) (42:11) How to become financially free… even if you’ve always been ‘bad’ with money, or thought it wasn’t ‘possible’ for you (48:17) The 3 powerful M’s that will rock your life (50:11) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/29 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You know that feeling when you hear something and it strikes you like a bolt of lightning? You are left thinking ‘Damn, I wish I knew this earlier’? Well… that’s exactly what I felt during this episode when Nadine Artemis started speaking about gum disease. You see, I have a secret… I have battled receding gums for years and still looking for that missing piece that will hopefully return my gums back to their natural healthy state. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/28 Nadine Artemis is the author of Holistic Dental Care: The Complete Guide to Healthy Teeth and Gums and the upcoming book, Renegade Beauty. Described by Alanis Morissette as a ‘visionary’, Nadine has formulated a stunning collection of rare and special botanical compounds, all aimed to reclaim the natural vitality of your skin and smile using the power of nature. Her healing creations, along with her concept of Renegade Beauty, inspires people to get back to nature and rethink conventional notions of beauty and wellness. In this episode we chat about: How Nadine created Living Libations and how she got to where she is today (04:20) What a ‘still room’ is (and why you’ll want one!) (10:18) Nadine’s insider secrets for radiant and glowing skin (11:26) The dangers of stock-standard beauty and skin care products (14:53) Why your bacteria is your beautician (I absolutely LOVE her insights here!) (16:50) Why you need to understand and look after your mouth’s microbiome (19:10) How to restore and rejuvenate your oral microbiome (20:12) Why you need to think of your mouth as an ecological garden (23:07) The surprising cause of receding gums (23:50) Nadine’s favorite trick to rejuvenate your gums (using two common ingredients you’ve already got in your kitchen) (25:39) The eight steps to self-dentistry (33:15) The power of healthy sun exposure and why it’s essential for our health and beauty (42:26) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/28 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You have most like heard of astrology or you may have even had an astrology reading, but do you know what Jyotish astrology is? This powerful ancient Vedic based science of the stars is not something I had ever been exposed to until I met today’s special guest Laura Plumb. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/27 Laura is a leading educator on the power of the Vedic sciences to promote sacred health and sumptuous living. Formerly the General Manager of The Discovery Channel in Europe, Laura is now the founder and director of VedaWise, offering clinical services in natural medicine for whole person wellness and trainings in the Vedic sciences. Laura has studied the world over with some of the greatest luminaries of our time, practising and sharing what she has learned from ancient, proven wisdom for modern, dynamic times. For me personally, Laura has used the stars, plant medicine and also the ancient Indian healing modality of Ayurveda to support me along my journey and I can’t wait for you to soak up her wisdom today! In this episode we chat about: Her journey to where she is today (05:03) How to see the love and beauty in everything (09:36) Why meditation is key to happiness (13:36) What is Jyotish astrology, why it’s so powerful and how it differs from other types of astrology (17:36) What is Saturn's return and why you must understand it (23:42) How the stars and planet can guide you (30:01) The role the sun and moon play in our life (37:28) What rising sign and moon signs are (39:40) What is Mercury Retrograde and how to understand it (43:35) Western Astrology vs Jyotish Astrology (44:04) Why oiling your body top to toe before shower is one of the most important things you can do for your health (01:06:18) Benefits and power of sesame oil (01:13:15) The truth of who we are and why are we here on earth (01:22:24) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/27 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s pretty hard these days to be on social media and not see the popular hashtag #RelationshipGoals. People all over the world are using this tag to indicate when they have seen a relationship that inspires them. It’s a beautiful movement and a topic I am very focused on right now as I put the finishing touches on my next book which focuses on deep love, relationships and soulful sex. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/26 I am super excited today not only because this topic is close to my heart but because we get to kick off our very first #RelationshipsGoals episode with personal development's power couple, Preston Smiles and Alexi Panos... the epitome of #RelationshipsGoals. This epic couple are not only two of the nicest people on the planet, they are also founders of the Bridge Method which includes their live workshops, and various online training programs. Through their unique and passion-filled approach to sharing age-old wisdom, they have managed to create a movement of transformation that has earned them devoted followers from all over the world. I believe we need to learn from the masters and these two are the real deal, which is why I am psyched you get to learn from them today. Get ready for some heart pumping love tips that will blow your mind. In this episode we chat about: Their epic love story and how they found each other (05:22) Their beliefs around the one and soulmates (13:34) Their advice to people who don’t believe in ‘the one’ or soulmates (16:08) How they move through challenges and disagreements (20:35) The biggest game changer for their relationship (26:24) How they dance between the masculine and feminine energies in their relationship (28:17) How they live, lead and work together (30:45) The best relationship tips ever (these are GOLD) (32:36) Why sex is the key to their relationship and deep epic love (35:58) The biggest thing that’s challenging them about each other and how they move through it (42:06) How they keep their love blasing (43:52) The common misconception about their relationship (45:59) How they fill themselves up so they are overflowing and can be of service to each other (49:00) How to inspire your partner (52:30) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/26 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ‘C’ word… Yep, I said it. It’s such a hugely controversial topic with cancer rates climbing scarily fast year after year. Enter superstar guest Dr Joseph Mercola who says we can in fact combat cancer with his revolutionary diet. Hallelujah! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/25 If you want to get your health on track and feel more vital than ever before, this is by far one of the most important episodes you will ever listen to. Mercola’s Metabolic Mitochondrial Therapy (MMT), promises to combat cancer, boost brain power and increase your energy… sounds good to me! And while it may have a fancy name, it’s a really simple approach to health and longevity which I can’t wait to share with you. Mercola has been a physician for 25 years and seen over 25,000 patients. He Founded Mercola.com 20 years ago which has been the most visited natural health website in the world for the last 13 years with over 30 million views every month. Holy guacamole! Gimme a slice of that keto pie Doc! He has written 4 New York Times best selling books, plus his latest which is Fat for Fuel: A Revolutionary Diet to Combat Cancer, Boost Brain Power, and Increase Your Energy is out right now. Get ready to sky rocket your health! In this episode we chat about: His journey to where he is today (05:02) Why now more than ever we are seeing more people dying from cancer (07:46) The dangers of EMF and how to limit your exposure (10:12) What is mitochondria and why it’s so important for peak health (14:33) The difference between Metabolic Mitochondrial Therapy (MMT), and a ketogenic diet (17:08) Intermittent fasting, what it is and why it’s key for health (18:50) The best healthy fats to fuel your brain and body (19:49) How eating too much protein can be detrimental to your health (20:55) Why eating big protein heavy meals at dinner is a bad idea (22:45) Why skipping dinner could be the best thing for your health (23:05) How to boost your brain power and increase your energy (28:17) How MMT differs from vegetarian and vegans (33:39) The importance of DHA and where to get it (34:16) Healthy foods that vegetarians can eat (35:56) The best food to travel with (you will love this) (37:17) The tip of avocados that will save you bucket loads of money (38:56) The importance of vitamin D exposure (48:04) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/25 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Lee is a double platinum ARIA Award winning artist (the Aussie version of the Grammy's) and has been making music for 25 years. His catchy, romantic and spiritual songs have always been like trojan horses, carrying secret messages about the awakening of consciousness into the mainstream.For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/24Ben is an authentic, open, honest man so full of heart and knowledge and today he shares wisdom about spiritual awakening, growth, conscious parenting and unlocking creativity.The thing I love about Ben most is how humble he is and willing to be the student for life. Never too big for his own boots and so ripe to grow.If you are looking for an inspiration hit, this episode is for you!In this episode we chat about:His journey from double platinum aria award winner music artist, to where he is today (03:22)Spiritual awakening (5:12)The mystery within us all (7:30)The repercussions of the repression of our true power (8:45)Why there isn’t one way to awakening your own consciousness (11:36)The best quality we can teach our children as parents (13:53)The purpose of our relationships (15:37)Why love is the electricity for your life (15:37)The key to success (16:40)Ben’s love story with his wife (18:30)Why admiration is the key to a successful relationship (20:55)Hold to hold space for your partner (21:47)The biggest gift you can give your partner (23:30)Secret of a long lasting relationship by couples who have been married for more than 30 years (23:48)Unlocking creativity (25:59)How to bring out the best in your lover (26:00)The power of understanding the masculine and feminine for life and creativity (28:58)How to consciously parent (32:30)Ben’s thoughts on why we are here (34:28)Why ‘failure’ is important for growth (37:52)Cons of a daily routine (49:19)Why learning how to think differently is so crucial (57:06)Why you are entitled to abundance and how to attract more into your life (1:02:02)The power of love and believing in it (1:04:14)Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/24The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What makes successful people different from everyone else? Why can some people achieve amazing things, while others never make it off the couch? It was this line of questioning that fascinated today’s podcast guest, Jack Canfield. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/23 And seeing as he’s now the number one success coach in the world, as well as a mega-selling author (who’s written and co-authored more than 150 books, including 66 bestsellers including Chicken Soup For The Soul, and The Success Principles), it’s safe to say that he found some powerful answers to those questions! So if you want to pick up some absolute gold about creating a success mindset and achieving real results, straight from the godfather of personal development himself, this episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: His journey from school teacher to number one success coach in the world (03:57) What success is to him (07:39) Jack’s story about discovery and his encounter with a Golden Buddha (10:40) The importance of taking care of ourselves and serving others (13:41) Why being authentic is so powerful (17:46) Why comparison is a fast track to misery (and how to eradicate it from your mindset) (21:08) The power of presence when it comes to success (26:26) How to achieve your goals whilst still remaining present (32:38) The four stages of spiritual development (34:50) The phrase that will change your life and help you achieve massive growth (39:49) How to go from where you are to where you want to be (41:09) The top success principles of highly successful people (so much gold here!) (46:44) What the ‘hour of power’ is and why you need to start doing it today (59:29) The key to life (01:05:53) The mirror exercise for radical self-care (1:10:16) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/23 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if there was a ‘magic pill’ that could boost your income, unlock your creativity, help you heal, and radically rock ALL your relationships… Sound too good to be true? Not according to Kim Anami. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/22 Kim is a holistic sex and relationship coach, writer and speaker, and her mission is to infuse more passion into your life and bedroom. Her work is a spiritual synthesis of two decades of exploration in Tantra, Taoism, Osho, transpersonal psychology, philosophy and a host of quantum growth-accelerating practices she uses to propel clients into higher stratospheres of connection, intimacy, energy and creativity. Kim believes that when we are having deep, soulful, mind blowing, earth shattering sex, then everything in our life gets better. So of course I was super excited to hear all her juicy insider secrets! (And BOY does she deliver.) If you want to take your health, wealth and love to the next level, this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: Kim’s journey and how she became a holistic sex and relationship coach (03:33) How ‘orgasmic enlightenment’ can change your life (05:56) How to harness your sexual energy and channel it into creativity and healing (10:27) Why sex is a godly experience (16:43) Why sex is the glue the binds our relationships together (20:00) How to inspire your partner to go deeper with you (23:01) How sex and increase your bank balance (23:47) The 5000 year old practice that will connect you deeper with yourself (28:03) How to release sexual blockages (and transform your whole life in the process!) (29:22) Kim’s favourite tool for overcoming sexual shame and trauma (39:27) Her daily non-negotiables (47:14) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/22 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most people know that their skin is an organ — the body’s largest, in fact. And more people are becoming aware of just how much their skin absorbs (hint: everything you put on it!). But did you know that there’s a full-blown ecosystem of tiny bacteria that live on your skin too? For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/21 Healthy skin is meant to have a flourishing microbiome. But because most beauty and personal care products are full of toxic chemicals, not only are we upsetting the delicate pH balance of our epidermis (and wreaking havoc inside our bodies at the same time), we’re also decimating our skin’s natural bacterial colonies… which can have major health ramifications, and make it impossible to get the clear, dewy skin we all crave. That’s why Jasmina Aganovic and the team at Mother Dirt have created the first ever ‘biome-friendly’ product line that proactively restores and preserves the good bacteria naturally found on our skin. All Mother Dirt products are preservative-free, kid safe and allow consumers to choose products that don’t negatively impact the natural state of their skin or the planet. If you want answers to your skin issues (and want to find out how to get sexy, glowing, flawless skin) this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: What common skin issues such as eczema, acne, dry and flaky skin, sensitivity, blotchiness, roughness, oiliness, and body odor really mean and how you can prevent them (03:59) The true impact that toxic beauty and skin products are having on your health and why you need to ditch them (05:34) Why your skin microbiome is just as important as your gut microbiome and how you can preserve it for glowing skin (07:31) Why being too clean may being doing you more harm than good (11:24) What ‘ammonia oxidising bacteria’ (aka AOB’s) are and why they are so important for sexy skin (12:44) Why we should be mindful of what we’re putting in our body (14:41) Why sweating is important (30:14) How you can spend less time and money on beauty and skin products and still have sexy skin (32:58) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/21 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Though he may be one of Australia’s most popular foodies, when I think of Pete Evans I don’t think ‘paleo chef’; I think fearless ambassador for his truth. He is on a mission and doesn’t let anyone stop him. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/20 He is a highly successful yet incredibly humble family man, whose driving passion is not to inspire people to eat their greens (as some may think), but to follow their curiosity and live their best life. If you want to live more fearlessly, this episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: Why we shouldn't get hung up on labels (06:08) The truth (with a capital T) that everything comes down to love or fear (he is so talking my language!) (07:58) The sacred ceremony he does with his wife for 30 minutes as the sun rises (13:16) Why curiosity is the key to life (16:40) How he moves through fear when it comes up (18:42) Why self-love is essential to happiness (20:25) The book that awakened him at 19 years old (you’ll want to add this one to your library, tout de suite!) (21:54) His self-love tips and tricks (24:28) How to parent consciously (27:55) The importance of surrounding yourself with epic humans (34:38) Why he is always hungry for growth (42:51) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/20 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My wish is for every woman on the planet to know how truly beautiful and amazing they are. To look in the mirror and think, ‘I am enough’! But so many women don’t feel this way, and for many years, I didn’t either. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/19 This is why I love Tera Warner’s work. She has dedicated her life to helping women become ‘Body Enlightened’. Tera believes an over inflated emphasis on how women look stole the thunder from how they live. Her mission is to help women see through the haze of media-driven obsessions about the body to realize that the word “beauty” has always whispered the one thing we most need to do… ‘be you.’ If you are struggling to accept the skin you’re in, if you need to do a body image detox, and if you’re sick of looking in the mirror and scoffing at yourself, this episode is for you! In this episode we chat about: Why we are so obsessed with body image and what this is actually doing to us (04:58) What is body enlightenment? (07:40) How to take up space and be the most authentic version of yourself (12:27) What to do if you’ve tried every mantra and read every self help book, but are still obsessed with your body (there is a way out!) (14:36) Tera’s Springboard to Success method (and how to use it to design your dream life) (19:47) How to detox your body image (22:10) The real cost of your low self image and how it’s keeping you small (29:20) How we can inspire and teach our daughters to not be focused on self image and to serve (35:27) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/19 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’ve never heard of Dave Asprey, he’s the founder and CEO of Bulletproof (a high-performance coffee and food company), the creator of Bulletproof Coffee, host of the Webby award-winning podcast Bulletproof Radio (one of my all time favorite podcasts), creator of the wildly popular documentary Moldy and a New York Times bestselling author. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/18 From Silicon Valley entrepreneur to biohacking pioneer, this man uses himself as a human guinea pig to uncover groundbreaking techniques to give you control of your biology so that you can reach a whole new level of high performance, health and strength. Not only is he one of the most well researched and respect people in the health industry, he is also incredibly humble and nice as (gluten free) pie. I am bursting with excitement for you guys to hear from him today. Get ready for your mind to be blown. In this episode we chat about: The toxic growth found in an alarming number of homes that can seriously impact your health and life (09:09) His journey from Silicon Valley entrepreneur to biohacking pioneer (10:44) The (life altering) discovery he made in India (16:51) How and why he created Bulletproof coffee (and his secrets for the best cuppa!) (18:41) How fat makes you lose weight (22:06) How to transform yourself into a fat-burning machine (24:14) The ketogenic diet and why it works so well (26:30) How to get your body ready for babies (28:10) How to become smarter (and why your intelligence isn’t fixed) (34:03) Are you ignoring this vital aspect of your cellular health? (36:44) The difference between hunger and cravings, and how to hack both (41:01) How to boost your energy without putting on weight (44:25) Hot to get your kids on the bulletproof bandwagon (46:05) The biggest thing he is working on within himself right now (54:18) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/18 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What would you do if you met someone who had been through huge adversity; from a broken back, to terminal cancer, through to addiction, traumatic stress and depression... but managed to come out the other side with a tonne of grace and wisdom? I can tell you what I’d do: ask as many questions (and soak up as many lessons) as possible. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/17 Bhava’s story is incredible. He went from being a front-line journalist and war correspondent for NBC (winning the Alfred I. duPont award for his work, which is like winning the Pulitzer Prize)… to hitting rock bottom, with overwhelming health issues… through to becoming a head-standing yogi with a brand new outlook on life. This is a man who has truly been through it all and come out the other end to serve. I was introduced to Bhava by my husband and have been forever changed! He has impacted both our lives in a profound way (and in fact, the work that he did with Nick before we got together really cracked Nick’s heart open nice and wide, ready for me. Get ready for some serious inspiration and wisdom, because it comes hard and fast. In this episode we chat about: How he went from being a Type A over-achiever to a yogi (and what it’s like to completely step into a new identity) (05:53) The dark demons that visited him in the rehabilitation center (14:17) How he healed from cancer, a broken back, depression, addiction and traumatic stress (21:21) How waking up early helped Bhava heal his body (this story is insane!) (23:58) How Bhava’s doctor reacted to his healing (26:56) Essential daily habits for anyone craving healing and transformation (28:11) Who the best guru on the planet is and why you need to listen to them (29:41) The power of mantra to manifest an abundance of health, wealth and love in your life (37:05) How Bhava deals with fear when it comes up today (I love these tips!) (39:51) The biggest contributing factor to your growth and evolution (and it’s not what you think) (51:40) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/17 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Those of you who’ve read Mastering Your Mean Girl, you’ll know that in 2010 I hit rock bottom, and ended up in hospital very unwell and unhappy. I felt really lost and had no idea what I was going to do with my life. What I did know, however, was that I needed to get healthy and happy again. So I signed up for IIN (the Institute for Integrative Nutrition), not really knowing what to expect... and I’ve never looked back. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/16 IIN changed my life, which is why I am SO excited to be chatting with its founder, Joshua Rosenthal, in today's episode. Now, when I say that it changed my life, I mean it! Literally! It helped me launch my dream career and turn it into a profitable business that supports me and my family, it helped me heal and get healthy, and it helped me achieve a level of happiness I didn’t know existed. I also met some of the most amazing soul sisters from all over the world, who have become some of my besties... It also gave me the confidence to call in my dream man. Becoming an IIN holistic health coach was really one of the best things I have ever done. And because I experienced such profound results, my brother, sister-in-law and many of my friends have gone on to study at IIN too. It’s seriously awesome! So if you’ve been craving change in your life, and have a burning passion for health, buckle up for today’s podcast... you’re gonna love it. In this episode we chat about: Why Joshua created IIN back in 1992 (05:08) What a health coach actually is (09:02) What’s truly possible for a health coach to achieve (11:35) How IIN is different to other health and wellness certifications (13:06) What the IIN curriculum covers and how much is involved in the 6 and 12 month programs (22:53) What’s all the fuss about bio-individuality? (25:49) How to use primary foods to hack your health and nourish your family Why everyone needs a health coach (30:32) The future for health coaches and nutrition (if you’re a wellness nerd like me, this stuff is so exciting!) (37:27) Joshua’s definition of ‘meditation’ and why it’s a necessity in the modern world (53:21) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/16 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a very special and intimate episode for me, with my most frequently requested guest… my husband. There aren’t many musicians who can create music that moves you on a deep spiritual level, cracks you wide open, and is chart-toppingly epic at the same time... But Nick Broadhurst does exactly that! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/15 Also known as BROADHURST, not only is this man an incredible musician, he’s also an amazing husband, father and entrepreneur who has so many genius insights into getting the most out of life. Paying close attention to what he has to say is, in many ways, like a shortcut for your own personal growth. Nick has been on a fascinating journey: from being a founding member in the pop sensation Sneaky Sound System, then becoming Australia’s top real estate agent, to being bedridden for three years with Lyme disease, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and now finally living out his true passion as a popular musician. And today, not only do we get to hear this divine human speak about the creative power of love and relationships, we are also celebrating the release of his latest single and music video, The One, featuring… me! Holy moly are you going to LOVE this! In this episode we chat about: Nick’s journey and how he got to where he is today (05:35) The personal work you must do before you can call in The One (23:32) The number one key to a successful relationship (25:16) The power of support and challenge in your relationship (27:10) How to find The One (29:12) Are you making these common mistakes that repel true love? (29:49) Why you need to become more to get more (including Nick’s genius hacks to shift your mindset) (30:41) How to know when you’ve found The One (32:00) What to do if you are with someone who isn't The One (33:06) Why stress will kill your relationship (and what to do instead) (34:50) The importance of understanding the masculine and feminine (37:02) What a superior man is and why you want one (37:44) The best way to inspire your partner to step up and be a superior man (ladies, you’re going to love what he says here!) (42:06) How to stay excited after years of being with The One (47:07) Why expectations ruin all relationships (52:06) How important it is to not carry any baggage from past heartbreaks into the current relationship (54:52) The keys to a sweeter life (01:02:07) The power of a daily practice for an epic relationship (01:06:17) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/15 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nat’s approach to wellness is fascinating. After recognising the large gap between conventional medicine and holistic health — in particular when it comes to fertility — she set about creating her own unique treatment style. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/14 A fusion of western medicine, alternative therapies, Chinese medicine and natural fertility techniques, Nat’s methods have helped thousands of women stay vital, feel sexy, and fall pregnant. BUT, in case you think ‘fertility’ isn’t a topic for you, let me point out: for Nat, fertility is about so much more than just baby-making. This is about rocking your hormones, increasing your energy levels, and being the best version of you, as well as consciously taking control of your reproductive health. There’s no holds barred in this episode. We chat pregnancy, the pill, periods, PMS, PCOS, fertility, infertility, thyroid, gut health, contraception, stress and so much more… you are not going to want to miss this eye-opening convo because we discuss it all! In this episode we chat about: The repercussions of the pill, that hardly any women know about (04:02) The commons mistakes women make when it comes to their period and contraception (08:54) The healthiest — and safest — natural alternatives to the pill (16:54) The commonly prescribed drug that’s harming your thyroid (and Nat’s protocol if you suspect you’ve got thyroid issues) (30:35) How gluten affects your thyroid (35:03) Why your gut is the epicenter of happy hormones and humming health (34:50) PCOS: what it is, how to tell if you’ve got it, and how you can fix it (36:22) Why fertility is about so much more than just making babies (and why no woman can afford to ignore it) (39:51) How stress affects your hormones and could be causing you to hold onto excess weight (31:58) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/14 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There are a few people who have had a huge impact on the way I eat and one of those people is today’s podcast guest, Donna Gates. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/13 As an expert in Body Ecology, this remarkable woman has dedicated her life to helping people heal their bodies and experience vibrant health. Her approach to nutrition is insanely powerful, and I especially love her strong focus on bio-individuality and treating each body as unique. In this episode we dive deep — delving into everything from SIBO, to candida, to genes, to your gut microbiome and more. In her signature myth-busting style, Donna debunks these (sometimes scary) terms and uncovers how you can experience radiant wellness the Body Ecology way. If you want to get your guts in order, watch your health skyrocket and increase your energy levels, this is a must-listen conversation! In this episode we chat about: The Body Ecology lifestyle, and why it’s such a healthful way to live and eat (06:36) How to use food to heal your body (11:52) The 7 core principles of Body Ecology, and how to implement them into your own life (14:36) The massive mistake most health philosophies make (and why they’ll hinder your healing) (17:20) The everyday factor that’s literally killing your gut microbiome (31:43) How your emotions can affect your health (32:57) Deciphering your body’s secret messages about the food you’re eating (34:54) What is SIBO and how to fix it (35:40) Are you a snacker? Here’s why you might want to rethink grazing all day long (36:51) The common fungal infection you might not even know you have (42:16) Solving specific gut issues so you don’t pass them onto your unborn child (46:18) How to build a robust immune system (47:34) Why getting your genes tested is imperative to navigate your health issues (52:26) The power of time restricted eating (a.k.a. fasting) and why it's so powerful for health and energy (58:55) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/13 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s not often you meet a super conscious, smart, switched on, handsome, surfer dude that knows a thing of two about building a global tribe, but James Colquhoun is that man! For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/12 Not only is James a dear friend of mine, he is also the incredible filmmaker behind the wildly popular and life changing documentaries Food Matters and Hungry For Change and he is also the founder of FMTV (the Netflix, but for health and wellness). If you’re hungry for wellness inspiration, genius business strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights into a real-life global empire, today’s episode is for you. In this episode we chat about: How he went from captaining massive cruise liners to captaining Food Matters and FMTV (06:46) What inspired James to dive deep into health and wellness (08:00) How to be a true leader (he has such powerful insights here!) (16:34) How he built his global tribe of loyal fans (21:41) How he got his first million subscribers (22:30) The role of consistency in building an epic tribe and brand (27:55) The future of emails and deliverability (32:54) The best way to build your audience (37:44) How to build an authentic tribe (40:29) How to activate your tribe to take part in an event (41:40) The importance of over delivering (46:01) The power of passion (48:50) His 10 year vision for Food Matters and his life (52:08) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/12 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is it really possible to create a business and life you flat-out LOVE? Today’s guest, Marie Forleo says hell yes! And after intentionally creating a crazy-successful business and life of her own, it’s safe to say this is one woman who truly walks her talk.For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/11I first discovered Marie back in 2011, when I did her online business program, B-School. It was a life-changing experience, and it gave me the courage (and tools) to follow my passion and create my own business. I have gone through B-School every year since — not only because I love it, but because it never fails to trigger a new wave of growth and abundance, both in my business and myself.Marie’s incredible achievements have been recognised far and wide — Oprah named her a thought leader for the next generation, and Inc included her on their annual list of the 500 fastest growing companies. But I love her most for her heart-centred wisdom and her commitment to giving back — she’s been one of the most influential figures in my life, and I can’t wait for you to hear this intimate chat.Whether you want to turn your passion into profit, or simply invite more love into your life, get ready for inspiration overload. You’re gonna love this one!In this episode we chat about:Why ‘wealth’ is not a dirty word (3:32)Her past struggle with money and wealth, and how she overcame her money-making blocks (4:53)What her parents’ divorce taught her (05:01)How she built her passion-driven multi-million dollar empire from scratch (10:24)How Marie got to where she is today and how she got into life coaching (14:44)How to find your passion in life (18:33)How to move through limiting beliefs around money and abundance (24:56)How to turn your passion into profit (26:30)How she creates community and culture with a virtual team all over the world (27:51)How to build and hire your own epic team (30:46)Why giving back and being a ‘people based’ business will skyrocket your profits (so much gold here!) (39:17)Marie’s tips on bringing real world connection into the online space (48:30)How Marie juggles the dance between the masculine and feminine (51:20)Why self care is so important when you’re running a heart centered business (56:17)The daily routine and non negotiables that allow her to be so successful (57:36)How a supportive partner can help you shine (58:56)What Marie is most recently grateful for (01:02:40)Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/11The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your body was wired for an ancient world. So how on earth are we meant to thrive in this modern era? Today’s podcast guest, Daniel Vitalis, says it’s about awakening our instincts, and freeing our bodies –– and minds –– from the degenerative effects of domestication… which is exactly what we dive deep into in this episode. For full show notes and episode resources, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/10 Daniel is my go-to health expert, and has been for many years. He is incredibly knowledgeable on ancestral health and lifestyle design, and a wealth of wisdom when it come to human health, personal development, and strategic living. Not only that, he is also one of the most genuine, authentic, nicest and loving human beings I have ever come across… a true gem in the online world! His message of re-wilding your life and spirit has the power to literally transform the way you live and feel each day, so I know you’re going to find this episode as jaw-dropping and inspiring as I did. Get ready for your mind to be blown. (Oh, and bring a pen — you’re gonna want to take notes for this one!) In this interview we chat about: Daniel’s story and how he went from a raw vegan for 10 years... to hunting his own meat! (04:04) How to consume animal products consciously (11:27) Why starving further estranges us from nature (13:01) Daniel’s views on Ayurveda and the current health system (I found his insights here especially fascinating) (15:10) The truth about eating fats (and how to use them to increase your IQ) (17:42) When politics messes with what’s on our plates (including one of the big ways we’ve been lied to) (20:30) Daniel’s essential nutrients for optimum health (25:21) Do you know where your food comes from? You’ll want to after this! (29:06) Are you making this big mistake when it comes to oils? (33:57) The most nutrient dense food on the planet — it’s not what you think! (45:50) Why he doesn’t set an alarm to wake up in the morning (01:10:47) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/10 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s not often you meet a man who is a women's sexuality coach. But after witnessing a rape scene at a young age, Eyal vowed to never treat women as anything less than the divine goddesses they truly are. For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/9 Some women can hold a lot of past pain, trauma, fear and anger in their sex chakra, so that’s where a lot of Eyal’s work is centred: helping women release that negative energy so they can unleash their full potential and step into the true power. In case you think this kind of work is only relevant to the boudoir, think again! As Eyal so eloquently points out, it’s actually the key to expressing your highest gifts, unleashing your creativity, helping more people and making more money. Not only is Eyal a sexual empowerment coach, he is also an international speaker and author of Orgasm Unleashed —Your guide to pleasure, healing and power. If you want to step into your true feminine power, this episode is a must listen. In this episode we chat about: How he came to be a women's sexuality expert (03:30) The importance of the masculine and feminine energy and how to dance between the two (06:36) How to empower your man (I love his take on this!) (10:50) What his definition of orgasm is, and how to become multi orgasmic (yes, please and thank you) (15:54) The different types of orgasm and why one is more powerful than the other (20:00) How becoming orgasmic can raise your state of consciousness (24:30) Why sexuality starts with you (27:30) How to have whole body orgasms that last for hours (32:38) Why an orgasm is a spiritual experience (35:50) How to awaken the goddess within (his tips here are so powerful) (37:40) How becoming orgasmic can change your life and business (39:20) How to skyrocket your health (50:41) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/9 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode should come with a warning — CAUTION: May ignite burning passion within your soul! Today’s guest is none other than Danielle LaPorte — bestselling author, speaker, entrepreneur, pioneer in the self-help sphere, and all-round goddess. For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/8 Danielle is one of the most deeply thoughtful and wise women I’ve ever met. Her knack of honing in on the truth behind an issue often leaves me breathless when I’m reading her writing, and she drops just as much magic in this episode. (Trust me, this is one episode you’ll want to relisten to again and again.) Though Danielle is well known for her insights on living with desire, she’s never opened up so much on the topic of conscious sex and sexual energy as she does in this conversation. So buckle up for a soul expanding ride! In this interview we chat about: How sex ties into being successful and why it’s essential to understand this primal part of ourselves (08:28) The relationship between sexual energy and creative energy, and how to harness both (09:04) Why sex is taboo and why people shy away from it (10:09) The difference between sex and making love (12:22) How to tap into your sexual energy (even if you don’t have a partner right now) (13:41) Why it’s so important to be ‘turned on’ in your life (14:58) How to stand in your power (and why this is essential for success) (15:15) How sex can be the most enlightened thing you can do… or the least (love her take on this) (17:21) How to know when it’s time to exit a relationship (21:28) The biggest thing she is working on within herself at the moment (27:10) Her spiritual practice and morning routine (33:35) The most important things women can do for their health (37:48) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/8 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sweet tooth sabotaging your wellness efforts? Never fear. Today’s podcast guest is Crosby Tailor (a.k.a. the ‘Cookie Genius’) and his sugar-free, guilt-free approach to nutrition will blow your mind — while making you seriously salivate! For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/7 Like many of us, Crosby began his path to wellness after experiencing some personal health issues. Feeling lost, he turned to Chinese Tonic Herbalism and holistic nutrition for answers... And answers he found! (Not to mention a whole new career — and life — as a celebrity health coach, model, and leading biohacker!) There aren’t a lot of people I’ve come across that I can totally geek out with, and who are as knowledgeable on health, wellness and biohacking as Crosby. His philosophy is refreshing, his recipes are insane (I dare you to scroll his Instagram account without drooling), and he’s an all-around epic human. This is one conversation you won’t want to miss! In this episode we chat about: How to eat dessert and burn fat, yes it’s true! (08:15) How good fats will help you lose weight, have humming hormones, and get seriously sexy skin (16:04) How much body fat do women need to be healthy? (Love his take on this) (21:01) What sugar actually does to your body and why it’s so harmful to your health (27:15) His best anti-aging hacks (29:34) The most common mistakes that women make with their health and diet (03:40) The surprising link between fat and your genes (25:14) Why he avoids sugar at all costs, and his favorite sweet alternatives (33:45) The truth about fruit juice (35:40) The hidden dangers of probiotics (that most people don’t know about) (40:33) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/7 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rewiring your brain for success and inner peace... It’s not science fiction, it’s 100% possible. And today’s podcast guest shows us how. Jonni Pollard is the co-founder and executive director of 1 Giant Mind. He specializes in teaching people how to realize the mind's potential, so they can live the most innovative and fulfilling life possible. For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/6 As an internationally recognized meditation teacher, Jonni has dedicated his life to sharing the knowledge of the great living masters of our time. This beautiful being is a constant source of inspiration for me, and I am super grateful to have him on speed dial for those times when I’m feeling frazzled. Get ready to dive deep with this beautiful soul, Jonni Pollard. (P.S. This is the first interview I have ever cried in, so you will have to listen to find out what brought me to tears.) In this episode we chat about: What is our deepest truth as humans, and why the heck does this matter? (12:14) How to call love into your life in 12 simple steps (14:29) The secret to getting unstuck and finding freedom (20:40) Using vulnerability to achieve liberation (34:38) Why courage is our greatest asset (35:48) How to move through adversity (37:55) The importance of surrounding yourself with beautiful beings (23:31) The secret to healing long-term pain and angst (55:58) How meditation can rewire our brains and bring us back to love (44:47) Jonni’s tips for detoxing your body and life (01:04:47) Why Jonni brings me to tears… this is the first time that’s ever happened in an episode. (Listen to find out why.) Plus so much more! For full show notes, episode resources and quick links to the above timestamps, head to https://melissaambrosini.com/6 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The secret to extreme health lies in your gut... So says today’s podcast guest, Kirsty Wirth from Kultured Wellness — and with good reason. Kirsty’s story is fascinating. Her young son used to be autistic, non-verbal and unresponsive. But after she implemented an intense healing regime for his gut, the little guy is now thriving, robust, and healthier than ever. (For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/5) Sounds crazy, right? But the link between our guts and our brains is now well known by scientists — even if mainstream nutrition has not yet caught up. Which is exactly why Kirsty is on a mission to revolutionise our health by sharing her secrets with the people who need it most. If you’re already on the gut health bandwagon, let me assure you: Kirsty takes things seriously next level. (If you think that bone broth and fermented veggies alone are enough, you must listen to this podcast.) As well as teaching us how to care for our microbiome, Kirsty shares heaps of surprising ways that our gut bacteria influence our life — from our moods, to our weight, to our fertility, and even our relationships. She is one amazing woman, and you’re not going to want to miss this conversation. In this episode we chat about: How her son transformed from being autistic, non-verbal and unresponsive, to a thriving, healthy kid (04:28) How your gut affects your thoughts and moods — and how what you eat influences everything about how you feel (15:03) Her best tools, tips and tricks for repopulating your microbiome and healing a damaged gut (01:00:40) How to be a blissed-out mother (yes, it is possible, and it all starts in your digestive tract!) (27:12) How to prepare your body for making babies (her approach to fertility is fascinating, and I’ve loved implementing her tips) (29:02) Why gut health is imperative for hormones, sexy skin, vitality, energy and brain cognition (38:05) The link between your gut and your weight (44:39) What your stools say about your gut health (57:12) Plus so much more! For full show notes and episode resources head to https://melissaambrosini.com/5 The only purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. It is no substitute for professional care by a doctor or other qualified medical professional. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.