• 017 - Navigating Challenging Change Pt. 2
    Sep 4 2025

    🌊 Embrace the waves of change! 🌊

    In our latest episode of Rise and Thrive, we dive deep into navigating challenging change. Discover how aligning your actions can help you feel better and suffer less. Remember, you can't control the ocean, but you can learn how to surf. 🏄‍♂️

    Key Takeaways:

    Pain Facilitates Change: Understand that while pain is a catalyst for change, the level of pain needed varies for everyone. Recognizing this can help you make proactive adjustments in your life. Collective Consciousness: By becoming more aware and setting healthy boundaries, you contribute to a positive ripple effect that benefits the entire community. Mindful Breathing: Simple practices like mindful breathing can transform your perspective, helping you step out of the fast-moving stream of life and find clarity.

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    Join us on this journey and let's find the joy amidst the chaos together. 💪

    #RiseAndThrive #Change #Mindfulness

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    34 mins
  • 016 - Navigating Challenging Change Pt. 1
    Aug 28 2025

    Change isn’t always easy—but it’s where growth begins. In this episode of Rise & Thrive, Melissa and Scott guide you through mindfulness practices, grounding exercises, and fresh perspectives to help you move through life’s toughest transitions. 🌿

    From discovering the wisdom within “The Mindfulness Code” to learning how to reframe stress and anxiety, this conversation will leave you feeling centered, hopeful, and ready to embrace change. 💡


    🎧 Tune in to Rise & Thrive and continue the journey of navigating challenging change with us.

    👉 Available now on iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify!

    Listen and explore more tools, retreats, and coaching at https://www.vitaledgewellnesscoaching.com/xinalani-retreat


    #RiseAndThrive #Podcast #Mindfulness #EmbraceChange

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    30 mins
  • 015- Understanding Stress & Worry Pt. 2
    Aug 21 2025

    In this Rise & Thrive episode, Scott & Melissa continue the conversation on stress and worry—where it really comes from, why it shows up, and how you can create healthier patterns that support calm and clarity.

    From mindful breathing to music therapy and grounding practices, this episode will help you see worry not as a life sentence, but as something you can work with and transform. 🌿

    💡 3 Takeaways from this Episode:

    1️⃣ Worry is wired into us for survival, but we can retrain our brain and body to respond differently.

    2️⃣ Simple tools—like breathwork, music, and connecting with nature—can shift your frequency and ease anxiety.

    3️⃣ Compassion matters: slipping into old patterns is part of the journey, and awareness helps you return to balance.

    👉 Ready to break the cycle of worry and step into more joy?

    Listen now and explore more tools, retreats, and coaching at Vital Edge Wellness Coaching

    🌱 Don’t just manage stress—Rise & Thrive with us!

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    29 mins
  • 014- Understanding Stress & Worry Pt. 1
    Aug 14 2025

    We’ve all been there—heart racing, mind spinning, and a never-ending “what if” loop in our heads. In this episode, Scott & Melissa open up about their own stress and worry, and guide you through a mindful breathing exercise to help you pause, breathe, and reset.

    This isn’t just talk—we dive into how worry shows up in your life, the patterns you might not notice, and simple ways to shift into a calmer state, even when life feels heavy.

    3 Takeaways from this Episode:

    Your body’s cues matter — Noticing tension is the first step to releasing it.

    Breathing is a superpower — A few mindful breaths can change your entire emotional state.

    Worry has patterns — Recognizing them gives you the power to choose a different response.

    💬 Tune in now and give yourself a 15-minute break from stress. You deserve it.

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    #RiseAndThrive #Mindfulness #StressRelief #VitalEdgeWellness #SelfCare

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    36 mins
  • 013- Embracing Change with Lisa Schneider
    Aug 7 2025

    Join us on this transformative journey with Lisa Schneider on the latest episode of Rise & Thrive! Discover how Lisa overcame adversity, embraced her inner voice, and found strength in vulnerability. Her story is a testament to resilience and personal growth. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!

    Key Takeaways:

    Embrace adversity as a catalyst for personal growth. Trust your intuition and inner voice to guide your journey. Letting go of what's holding you back opens the door to new opportunities.

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    www.vitaledgewellnesscoaching.com

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    35 mins
  • 012 - Grounded in Growth: Dean Craig's Journey to Authenticity
    Jul 31 2025

    Join us as we dive into an inspiring conversation with Dean Craig, exploring themes of groundedness, authenticity, and personal growth. Dean shares his journey from a young age, the lessons learned, and the importance of being present in the moment.

    Key Takeaways:

    Embrace the unknown and learn something new every day. The power of authenticity and being true to oneself. How nature and grounding practices can transform your life.

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    🎧 Tune in now and let Dean's story inspire your own path to thriving! #RiseAndThrive #Podcast #PersonalGrowth

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    45 mins
  • 011- Building Trust with Your Body: A Journey to Wellness with Linda Bird
    Jul 24 2025

    Join us on Rise and Thrive as we dive into a transformative conversation with Linda Bird, a nurse practitioner with over 40 years of experience. Discover how building trust with your body can lead to lasting wellness and hear Linda's personal journey of embracing mindfulness and weight training.

    🎧 Listen now to learn:

    The ancestral roots of our physiology The importance of patience and persistence in health Practical tips for integrating mindfulness into your routine

    Don't miss out on this inspiring episode!

    #WellnessJourney #Mindfulness #HealthTransformation

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    36 mins
  • 010- The Power of Evening Rituals
    Jul 17 2025

    In this episode of Rise and Thrive, Scott and Melissa explore the significance of evening rituals in promoting mindfulness and self-care. They discuss personal experiences, the importance of creating a calming environment, and practical tools for better sleep. The conversation emphasizes the need to shift from a 'doing' mindset to a 'being' mindset, particularly in the evening, to foster relaxation and prepare for restful sleep. Listeners are encouraged to identify their own rituals and consider how they can enhance their evening routines for improved well-being.

    Takeaways

    • Evening rituals are essential for winding down after a busy day.
    • Creating a calming environment can significantly improve sleep quality.
    • Self-awareness is key to recognizing and shifting rituals that may not serve us.
    • Small changes in evening routines can lead to significant benefits over time.
    • Mindfulness practices can help transition from a 'doing' to a 'being' state.
    • Physical movement and stretching before bed can aid relaxation.
    • Limiting screen time before bed is crucial for better sleep.
    • Incorporating plants into your living space can enhance air quality and well-being.
    • Finding personal rituals can help in managing stress and anxiety.
    • Engaging in calming activities before bed can signal the body to prepare for sleep.

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    37 mins