Turn Life's Messes into Meaningful Midlife Messages

Season 1

Aug. 25, 2023

Unlocking Transformation through Shadow Work: Exploring Deeper Self-C…

In this episode of 'Message in the Middle with Marianne,' host Marianne engages in a captivating follow-up conversation with self-connection coach Sadie Titchelaar. You may remember Sadie's soothing voice and slightly mischievous charm from her previous appearance when we were discussing rest and p…

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Aug. 18, 2023

Breaking the Cycle: Dysfunctional Generational Patterns in Mother-Dau…

Today's episode is the second half of a heartfelt exploration into the intricate world of mother-daughter relationships, featuring my guest, Erica Thomas. Erica, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience and the visionary force behind Vita Nova Counseling and Vita Nova Mother-Daug…

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Aug. 11, 2023

Identifying the Patterns: Dysfunctional Generational Patterns in Moth…

Today's episode is part one of a heartfelt exploration into the intricate world of mother-daughter relationships, featuring a remarkable guest, Erica Thomas. Erica, a seasoned psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience and the visionary force behind Vita Nova Counseling and Vita Nova Mother-D…

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Aug. 4, 2023

Cultivating Joy: Discovering Your Inner Shine with Ellie Bassick-Trov…

On today's podcast I talk with Ellie Bassick-Trovato about cultivating joy in our lives, rediscovering what makes us unique and allows us to shine most brightly in this world and about moving through the world with a lens and voice of love. During our conversation Ellie explains why an inside-out j…

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July 28, 2023

Discovering Joy as Your Birthright: A Conversation with Dr. Tanmeet S…

On today's episode I am having a discussion about Discovering Joy as Your Birthright with Dr. Tanmeet Sethi. Sr Sethi is a renowned Integrative Family physician and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Medicine and has dedicated the past 25 years to working with th…

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July 21, 2023

Unleashing the Power of Sleep with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown

A healthy sleep pattern is vital for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. When we consistently get enough high-quality sleep, we experience improved cognitive function, enhanced memory, and better concentration. It...

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July 14, 2023

Reclaiming Great Sleep: Insights from Sleep Therapist, Tracy Hannigan

In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking to Tracy Hannigan, a sleep therapist based in the UK, who shares her evidence-based techniques and supportive approach to reclaiming great sleep. Tracy' evidence-based techni...

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July 7, 2023

A little Q &A with Marianne

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 : ht...

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July 1, 2023

"The Doughnut Diaries"- Rachel Lavin's Inspiring Message of Body Posi…

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."…

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June 23, 2023

Mid-Year Check-In: The Continuous Cycle of Goal Setting, Assessment a…

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 impo...

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June 16, 2023

Finding Balance and Joy: A Guide to Self-Discovery and Joyful Living …

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 activiti...

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June 9, 2023

Unleashing Creativity: Overcoming Resistance and Finding Your Outlet …

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 thi…

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June 2, 2023

Embracing Rest, Play, and Self-Connection with Sadie Tichelaar

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 fulfil…

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May 26, 2023

Embracing The Habit Of Fun With Dr. Mike Rucker

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. Ruck…

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May 19, 2023

Exploring the Life-Changing Lessons of the 5AM Club by Robin Sharma

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 star…

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May 12, 2023

Exploring Paradise Unseen: A Blind Woman's Trip to Hawaii, Breaking B…

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 d…

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April 21, 2023

Embracing The Mess- Year One Of Message In The Middle Podcast, A Year…

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 Gro...

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April 7, 2023

Do You Want To Create A Life You Love, Instead Of One You Tolerate? …

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 wh...

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March 31, 2023

Living Authentically After Removing the Masks of ADHD, Imposterism, a…

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 creat...

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March 24, 2023

Aging Well & Dementia Prevention, A Conversation With Expert/Author S…

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 T he Age-Well Project platform and co-...

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March 17, 2023

A Look Inside Aging & Dementia with Leslie Fuller

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...

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March 10, 2023

Supporting Someone You Love With Dementia, An Honest Conversation Wit…

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 …

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March 3, 2023

Ashley McCombs Mizell Lost Her Vision But Gained So Much More - Part 2

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...

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Feb. 24, 2023

Ashley McCombs Mizell's Emotional Story Of Losing Her Vision But Find…

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 toge...

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