Hey!
I'm Melissa.
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Certified Empowerment Coach
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Certified Breathwork & Meditation Facilitator
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Podcast Host, Writer & Author
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Self-Projected Projector 6/2
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Wife & Mom of 2
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Leopard Print Lover & Sun Baby
My purpose.
I am passionate about supporting women to empower, advocate, and honour themselves and their authentic expression & desires.
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Feeling like life is running you and living a life of 'should's- rather than exploring and experiencing what is meaningful, fulfilling, exciting, enjoyable and purposeful to you as an individual- no thanks!
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My primary values are Vitality, Expression, Freedom, Love & Contribution. I set out to embody these as much as possible in my personal and professional life.
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Whether it's working with clients 1:1, speaking to groups, or writing fiction stories with strong female protagonists, helping women disconnect from the world of expectation, harmful productivity and 'not enoughness' to come back to who they truly are and what speaks to their heart & soul, that's what gets me out of bed in the morning.
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My Unique Journey
(And the distinct experience I bring to the table)
2009-2014
I start my professional career in healthcare, first as a Personal Support Worker for adults with intellectual disabilities and then as a Registered Nurse in hospital settings. Once I've really gotten started in Nursing, I can tell that it's not the right career for me- and my mental health begins to decline as I feel trapped and overwhelmed.
2014-2020
My fiancé is in a terrible accident, suffers a traumatic brain injury and I become a caregiver at 23 years old. For the next six years, my entire focus is supporting him in his recovery and rehabilitation, managing a vast healthcare team as well as insurance and lawyers, frequent moves for his care, and giving birth to/ caring for our two children. This is where my resilience, self-trust and communication skills developed and I began writing again.
2020-2023
I start a business so I can work from home, bring in an income for our family and create more fulfillment for myself. It's time to do my own thing after focusing on others for so long! My business career begins as a Consultant for Proctor-Gallagher and then going into business for myself as a Coach. During this time I begin my own personal growth & healing deep dive, hiring mentors, attending international retreats, becoming certified in Breathwork & Meditation, exploring my spirituality, starting my podcast and building my confidence.
2024+
My immersive personal growth journey slows, we've moved into our dream home back with family and friends, my babies are in school, I've truly reconnected to myself and I'm ready to fully bring my gifts and expansive services to my ideal clients. I start a new job as a supply teacher (honouring my value of contribution), continue coaching on the side, and make space to start a new journey as a romantasy fiction author.
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I am clear on how I want to contribute, and excited to help you flourish.
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Life Coach & Master Coach with the Certified Coaches Federation (2016)
- Certified Breathwork & Meditation Practitioner with the Academy of Breath (2022)
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Melissa is devoted to her ongoing education & personal development and has completed courses/trainings related to positive psychology, feminine business strategy, mindset improvement, holding space for other women, goal-setting, writing and literature.
