In this heartfelt episode of Holistic Health with Melissa, Melissa sits down with vocal confidence coach and author Linda Ugelow to explore the deep, often hidden roots of our fear of being seen and heard.

Once a professional performer who secretly dreaded public speaking, Linda vulnerably shares her journey of uncovering how childhood trauma, family dynamics, and internalized perfectionism kept her voice suppressed for decades. Through inner work, somatic practices, EFT (tapping), and deep forgiveness, she found true freedom—not just in speaking, but in being fully herself.

Together, Melissa and Linda explore:
🔹 Why fear of visibility is often a trauma response
🔹 How perfectionism keeps us stuck in performance mode
🔹 The power of EFT, movement, and emotional release
🔹 What it really means to feel safe using your voice
🔹 Why being seen is a critical part of holistic healing

If you’ve ever felt afraid to speak up, share your truth, or take up space—this episode will leave you feeling empowered, seen, and reminded that your voice matters.

📘 Learn more about Linda and her book Delight in the Limelight
🎧 Listen to her podcast: Delight in the Limeligh
https://www.lindaugelow.com/

Join me for a powerful 3-day Mind-Body Healing Workshop where you'll learn practical nervous system regulation tools to calm anxiety, release stored stress, and finally feel safe, energized, and in control of your emotions again. This is your invitation to break free from survival mode and step into deep, lasting healing—mind, body, and spirit.
https://holistichealthbymelissa.com/MindBodyHealingWorkshop

In this empowering episode, Melissa sits down with Ann Bennett—homeschool mom, first-gen homesteader, and the voice behind Great Buffalo Homestead—to talk about what it really means to live a countercultural, intentional life rooted in wellness. Ann shares how a viral pecan video unexpectedly launched her into content creation, the journey from processed food to real nourishment, and the raw truth about raising kids to make healthy choices in a world that often promotes the opposite.

Together, they dive into:

• Why most people struggle to eat real food (and how to break free)

• How to detox your home and reduce toxic load—starting simply

• The power of making unconditional commitments to your health

• The challenges (and triumphs) of raising kids to be different in a processed world

• Finding sanity in the chaos—and keeping Christ at the center

If you're craving practical tips, honest conversation, and spiritual encouragement to take the narrow road toward lasting health, this one's for you.

🔗 Connect with Ann on Instagram: @GreatBuffaloHomestead

Join me for a powerful 3-day Mind-Body Healing Workshop where you'll learn practical nervous system regulation tools to calm anxiety, release stored stress, and finally feel safe, energized, and in control of your emotions again. This is your invitation to break free from survival mode and step into deep, lasting healing—mind, body, and spirit.
https://holistichealthbymelissa.com/MindBodyHealingWorkshop

In this deeply moving and faith-filled episode of Holistic Health with Melissa, I’m joined by my friend and fellow holistic life coach, Kari Davis — host of The Well Podcast and founder of TheWellTeam.com. Kari shares her powerful journey of loss, healing, and purpose after the sudden passing of her first husband, and how God used that tragedy to awaken a bigger mission in her life.

We talk about:
💧 How essential oils became a gateway to natural healing
💔 Navigating deep grief while raising young kids
🕊️ How faith anchored her through pain and became her greatest healer
🌿 The power of somatic tools like walking, screaming, and breathing
🔋 How to truly practice self-care during seasons of survival

Kari’s vulnerability, wisdom, and trust in God’s provision will inspire you to see beauty in chaos, reclaim your power, and care for yourself in a radically intentional way.

If you’ve ever experienced grief, burnout, or a loss that rocked your world — this episode will speak straight to your soul.

Interested in Holy Spirit led functional health coaching? www.holistichealthbymelissa.com/discovery-information-form

🔗 Connect with Kari: thewellteam.com
🎧 Tune into her podcast: The Well Podcast