Episodes

This is a solo episode with Marianne as she answers questions posed to her by her listeners and FB User Community. Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple ...

Welcome to "Message in the Middle" with Marianne, a podcast where we dive deep into empowering stories and insightful conversations to inspire personal growth and wellness. In this episode, Marianne sits down with Rachel Lavin, a remarkable fitness professional and author of "The Doughnut Diaries." Rachel's journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-discovery. Rachel began her fitness career in 2000 as an ACE certified group fitness instructor teaching a variety of classes lik...

Join Marianne in a solo episode of Message in the Middle as she does a mid-year check in to revisits goal/intention setting and the continuous cycle of review, assessment and refinement. Marianne will talk about why it’s important to: Set goals Check-in and assess progress Celebrate the wins practice a continuous cycle of assessment and refinement In the first section of the podcast, Marianne will talk about Setting Goals and Intentions. She will touch on: Why it’s important to not only s...

In this episode, Marianne sits down with Kristin Morrison, a successful entrepreneur and business coach who shares her journey of transitioning from being a high performer to finding balance and prioritizing non-work activities. Discover the importance of setting intentions, implementing consistent practices, and reaching your goals while keeping fun at the forefront. Join us as we delve into the importance of relaxation, setting intentions, and implementing consistent practices for a more joyfu...

In today's episode of "Message in the Middle", I am joined by Jean Sheridan, a Certified Professional Life and Wellbeing Coach with a wealth of experience in the field. Jean's passion for coaching and consulting on the topic of Wellbeing stems from her early days in the 80s when she embarked on this path before it became a mainstream profession. With a MS degree in Health Promotion from Syracuse University and a BS in Interdisciplinary Holistic Health from the State University of NY. Je...

Welcome to "Message in the Middle" with Marianne! In today's episode, we have an amazing guest, Sadie Tichelaar. Sadie is a self-connection coach and shadow worker who is dedicated to helping individuals embrace a more fulfilling life by swapping overwhelm and boredom for self-connection and fulfillment. She believes in the power of rest and play to counteract the pressures of life and encourages her community to challenge the status quo with mischievous curiosity. During our conversati...

In this episode titled "Embracing The Habit Of Fun" we have the pleasure of hosting a special guest, Dr. Mike Rucker. Dr. Rucker is a renowned expert in positive psychology and a leading authority on the importance of incorporating fun and joy into our daily lives. During our conversation, Dr. Rucker shares his insights and practical tips on how to cultivate the habit of fun and embrace a more joyful way of living. We dive deep into understanding the benefits of incorporating fun into o...

In this episode "Exploring the Life-Changing Lessons of the 5AM club by Robin Sharma", Marianne does a deep dive into the personal development and success strategies suggested in this bestselling book. Key Highlights: Discover why waking up early can be a game-changer in your life. Explore how starting your day before "life" sets in can provide the foundation for increased productivity, focus, and success.The 20/20/20 Formula: Learn about the core elements of the 20/20/20 Formula and how impl...

In "Exploring Paradise Unseen," our guest, and fan favorite, Ashley McCombs Mizel returns to Message in the Middle Podcast to talk about her incredible journey of breaking barriers, creating cherished memories, and prioritizing self-care amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii. Join us as we delve into the adventures Ashley and her family took part in, the challenges Ashley encountered, and the strategies they employed to overcome them. With her supportive family by her side, she n...

As we reach midlife, many of us find ourselves at a crossroads, questioning the direction of our lives and wondering what the next chapter will hold. The midlife journey can be a time of great introspection, self-discovery, and unlearning as we grapple with the changes that come with age and experience. It's also a time when we need to prioritize our physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing more than ever before. In this episode Dr. Lisa Petty and I explore the midlife journey to self-discovery...

In this podcast, we talk to Becca Kyle, a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner and Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner to explore the principles & primary testing of functional medicine. You will learn more about: The concept of functional medicine and how it differs from traditional Western medicine. What the major Functional Medicine Test types are, their cost range, what they tell us and how they are administered. What you should know about pre and probiotics if ...

Join me as I take a look back at the journey and highlight some of my favorite episodes of the first year of the podcast. Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle:...

Are you living your best life, one you thrive in, that lights you up, or are you lving the life that was expected of you, one you tolerate? Join me as I talk with Whole Life Coach Lauren Leduc Lemieux who works with people who feel stuck, fed up and frustrated with where they are in life, either professionally, personally or both. In this episode we will explore: How to find the courage and confidence to create a life you love, instead of living one you tolerate. Why most people stay in the l...

Melissa Chureau is a purpose and mindset coach, mindfulness teacher, lawyer, and podcaster. She uses deep inquiry, mindfulness, and principles of somatics to move beyond imposterism and perfectionism to help her clients create space in the mind, and uncover their true, whole, integrated selves. As a lawyer for 20 years, she has witnessed many who work and live out of alignment with their values and purpose—often because they don’t know their worth, regardless of their successes. Many feel like ...

Susan Saunders is a health coach and author. She coaches post-menopausal women around the world to build better brain health, reduce their dementia risk and age well. She's co-founder of The Age-Well Project platform and co-author of the best-selling book of the same name. She's author of The Age-Well Plan and her new book, The Power Decade: how to thrive after menopause will be published worldwide on April 27th by Headline Home. In this episode we talk about practical daily practices that can ...

In this extremely insightful conversation, Marianne sits down with Leslie Fuller, a woman who is not only passionate about helping take care of the aging, but who is passionate about educating on this topic as well. In this episode we explore: How Dementia plays out in the brain and what it might look like as it’s progressing What you should do if you suspect some form of Dementia setting in The concept of using a strengths-based perspective with your loved ones Tips for loving & supporting ...

Join me in this captivating discussion with Carolyn Birrell as she talks about her journey "Walking with Fay" in the midst of her mother's Dementia. In this episode we will touch on: How a loved one's Dementia diagnosis can sneak up on youSigns of DementiaWhat a day in the life can look like while caring for someone with DementiaHighs and lows of caring for someone with DementiaLessons learned from the other side of the Dementia journeyWays to ease your interactions when dealing with so...

Join me in the second half of my conversation with Ashley McCombs Mizell, the young woman that lost her site to an Auto Immune Disease called Sarcoidosis four years ago. In this episode we continue exploring the inspirational journey that Ashley has been on since losing her vision and we talk through: How the community has helped her in so many ways, including funding for an experimental Stem Cell Ophthalmology Treatment. Some of the products that Ashley uses to allow her to be self-sufficien...

Imagine being in your late twenties and already having the life you always dreamed of. Married to your high school sweetheart, healthy young family, and working in a field where you can bring your creativity and passion together and get paid. That was Ashley McCombs Mizell's life until she lost her vision to an auto immune disease called Sarcoidosis. Join me in an emotional conversation with Ashley as we discuss: The tricky and devastating disease that took her vision, Sarcoidosis. The lowest...

Jen Potter is a Venture Builder, Serial Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Business Leader. Founder of EPIC47 and EPIC Mamas. Her dream is to help 47 people grow their businesses and realize their ultimate potential. Her life purpose is to help inspire others to find their “WHY” and understand that we can be more than just a product of our environment. Having created several businesses and served as a Director and organizer of multiple networking organizations and advising countless business people acr...

If you have ever had to deal with an addiction in your family or friend circle, this episode is one you do not want to miss. In this episode I am speaking to Michelle Weidenbenner, the founder of Moms Letting Go and the All-Mighty Mom Tribe – private support groups for moms of addicted loved ones. You will hear us discuss the following topics: How to avoid feeling regret, shame, guilt when you are dealing with addiction How to avoid the woulda, coulda, shoulda train Learning to stop trying t...

Jaimee Campanella is a time strategist and productivity consultant who mentors and guides parents, professionals, and entrepreneurs to take control of their time. She is the creator and principal facilitator of the Time Power program that gives people the essential tools and strategies to avoid overwhelm and tame chaos so that they can regain control of their time for good. In this episode we explore ways to: Be in the moment with your family and not feel like you have a million things to do (...

Do you consider yourself a Highly Sensitive Person? Do you want to learn more about Highly Sensitive People? Join me in a discussion with Cathy Spaas. Cathy is a former elite international horseshow jumper who spent a substantial amount of time in the spotlight before suffering a severe burnout and setting out on a new path to help people create the lives they were dreaming of. Today, Cathy is a retired coach for highly sensitive people, a world class expert and speaker on high sensitivity, and...

How many times have you said you felt like you got hit by a bus? Well, my guest today actually got hit by one, not the proverbial bus, an actual bus! Today I speak with Charlene Gethons a psychotherapist, mindfulness coach & brain injury survivor. Charlene’s goal is to empower female entrepreneurs in creating sustainable businesses that fit their lifestyle, without letting imposter syndrome take over. Using mindfulness practices & therapeutic techniques, her clients learn how to trust themselve...