In this solo episode of The FEEL Podcast, Melissa Crook introduces The Boundary Blueprint, a practical, compassionate framework for setting clear yeses and nos in your life without guilt or over-explaining.

If the word boundaries feels triggering, Melissa reframes it as a platform, framework, or calendar blueprint, a way to intentionally design your life so your time and energy align with your values. This episode is especially powerful for anyone who feels overworked, overgiving, emotionally drained, or stuck in people-pleasing or codependent patterns.

Melissa explores why we say yes when we want to say no, how guilt and fear of rejection keep us stuck, and why “no” is a complete sentence. She breaks down how boundaries directly impact mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health, and why listening to your body’s signals is essential for sustainable well-being.

You’ll learn:

• How to confidently set and communicate boundaries without guilt

• Why every yes is also a no and how to choose wisely

• The importance of giving yourself a 24-hour pause before committing

• How to stop over-explaining and trust your decisions

• Scripts and strategies for navigating difficult conversations

• How honoring your energy leads to deeper, more authentic relationships

Melissa also invites listeners who struggle with chronic people-pleasing, guilt, or codependency to seek one-on-one coaching support through The Boundary Blueprint. This episode closes with a powerful reminder: You are worthy, you are valuable, and you get to choose.

Learn more or work one-on-one with Melissa at embracinglayers.com

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Welcome to a brand-new year and a brand-new rhythm on The FEEL Podcast with host Melissa Crook. As we step into 2026, Melissa introduces an exciting new format designed to support women with quick, practical encouragement they can apply right away.

Starting this year, you’ll hear short, 10–15 minute episodes on Tuesdays focused on helping you engage The FEEL Framework (Finding Empowerment, Embracing Layers) in your everyday life, whether you’re commuting, walking, working out, or enjoying a quiet moment with your coffee. Thursdays will continue to feature in-depth guest conversations using the FEEL talking points you already love.

In this kickoff Tuesday episode, Melissa introduces the FEEL Reset, a powerful self-reflection and alignment practice for women who are feeling burned out, disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in roles and responsibilities.

You’ll learn how to:

• Reconnect with who you are beyond your titles

• Identify activities that truly nourish your soul

• Clarify how you want to feel over the next six months

• Create a simple, sustainable self-care blueprint

• Set healthy boundaries that support alignment and freedom

• Listen to your body’s cues for emotional, mental, and physical well-being

  
  

Melissa explains how small, intentional shifts (like reviewing your calendar, practicing aligned “yes” and “no” decisions, and honoring your values) can lead to greater clarity, energy, productivity, and peace.

This episode is an invitation to stop performing for others and start honoring what you actually need, so you can live in alignment and show up fully resourced for yourself and the people you love.

Free Resource:
Check the show notes for a downloadable FEEL Reset PDF to help you reflect on nourishing activities, desired feelings, identity, and alignment.

Ready for deeper support?
Visit embracinglayers.com to schedule a free 15–30 minute session with Melissa or learn more about the FEEL Reset one-on-one empowerment program.

Let 2026 be the year you reset, realign, and reconnect with yourself.

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#WomenEmpowerment
#PersonalGrowthJourney
#EmotionalWellness
#MentalHealthAwareness
#BurnoutRecovery
#SelfCareBlueprint
#LifeAlignment
#WomenSupportingWomen
#MindBodyConnection
#IntentionalLiving
#PersonalDevelopmentPodcast
#WomenInMidlife
#SelfDiscoveryJourney
#BoundariesForWomen
#HolisticWellness
#FindYourWhy

Timestamps:

Prioritizing Self Care - ( 2:34 )

Confidently Setting Boundaries - ( 8:03 )

Taking Care of Your Emotional Health as much as Your Physical Health - ( 9:46 )

Support self & other women unapologetically - ( 22:56 )

Coming Back to Your WHY and Your VALUES - ( 28:45 )

Living Out of Your Own Expectations - ( 32:07 )

Accepting the Layered Aspects of Yourself - ( 36:47 )

Living out FEEL, how does it affect your relationships - ( 40:11 )

5 Activities That Nourish You - ( 45:45 )

5 Words for How You Want to Feel in the Next Six Months - ( 52:59 )

Original Music by Rio & Valencia Saint-Louis

✨ Free Download: Embracing a F.E.E.L Fueled Life Sample Freebie ✨- https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:02ce6c2f-90ed-4741-bdab-e62e20c2e7ad

In this empowering bonus resource, we’re giving you a free sneak peek into the Embracing a F.E.E.L Fueled Life course! This downloadable PDF guides you through reconnecting with who you truly are—beyond your roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

Want to be a guest on The F.E.E.L. Podcast? - Send Melissa Crook a message on PodMatch, here:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/feel2021⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or complete our contact form here:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.embracinglayers.com/contact ⁠⁠

Welcome to a brand-new year and a brand-new rhythm on The FEEL Podcast with host Melissa Crook. As we step into 2026, Melissa introduces an exciting new format designed to support women with quick, practical encouragement they can apply right away.

Starting this year, you’ll hear short, 10–15 minute episodes on Tuesdays focused on helping you engage The FEEL Framework (Finding Empowerment, Embracing Layers) in your everyday life, whether you’re commuting, walking, working out, or enjoying a quiet moment with your coffee. Thursdays will continue to feature in-depth guest conversations using the FEEL talking points you already love.

In this kickoff Tuesday episode, Melissa introduces the FEEL Reset, a powerful self-reflection and alignment practice for women who are feeling burned out, disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in roles and responsibilities.

You’ll learn how to:

• Reconnect with who you are beyond your titles

• Identify activities that truly nourish your soul

• Clarify how you want to feel over the next six months

• Create a simple, sustainable self-care blueprint

• Set healthy boundaries that support alignment and freedom

• Listen to your body’s cues for emotional, mental, and physical well-being

Melissa explains how small, intentional shifts (like reviewing your calendar, practicing aligned “yes” and “no” decisions, and honoring your values) can lead to greater clarity, energy, productivity, and peace.

This episode is an invitation to stop performing for others and start honoring what you actually need, so you can live in alignment and show up fully resourced for yourself and the people you love.

Free Resource:
Check the show notes for a downloadable FEEL Reset PDF to help you reflect on nourishing activities, desired feelings, identity, and alignment.

✨ Free Download: Embracing a F.E.E.L Fueled Life Sample Freebie ✨- https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:02ce6c2f-90ed-4741-bdab-e62e20c2e7ad

Ready for deeper support?
Visit https://www.embracinglayers.com and click on the Contact tab to schedule a free 15–30 minute session with Melissa or learn more about the FEEL Reset one-on-one empowerment program.

Let 2026 be the year you reset, realign, and reconnect with yourself.

#SelfCareForWomen
#WomenEmpowerment
#PersonalGrowthJourney
#EmotionalWellness
#MentalHealthAwareness
#BurnoutRecovery
#SelfCareBlueprint
#LifeAlignment
#WomenSupportingWomen
#MindBodyConnection
#IntentionalLiving
#PersonalDevelopmentPodcast
#WomenInMidlife
#SelfDiscoveryJourney
#BoundariesForWomen
#HolisticWellness
#FindYourWhy