Your Favorite You

Melissa Parsons
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Your Favorite You

Welcome to Your Favorite You, a weekly podcast helping brilliant women like you with beautiful brains to create the life you've been dreaming of with intention so you can find your favorite version of you. Your host, Melissa Parsons, is a pediatrician turned life coach. She holds the titles of wife, mom, daughter, sister, and friend of many. She became a certified life coach after discovering that coaching held the secret to the universe, and knew she had to share this magic with everyone in her orbit. This podcast is for you if ... you're stuck in fear and perfectionism thinking that your value comes from what you do or what you don't do, rather than knowing that your value comes from who you are, and this is keeping you from dreaming and trying new things, or from remembering or doing what you used to love. Join Melissa on this journey to figuring out and remembering who you are; a journey to finding and becoming your favorite you. To learn more about Melissa, visit: https://www.melissaparsonscoaching.com/

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Ep 109: Stop Forcing Shit

    When we try to force things that are not happening naturally, we end up causing ourselves pain. This tendency often stems from beliefs we have about the way things should be. It can be difficult to challenge those beliefs and stop the urge to force outcomes, but doing so can lead to relief and growth in your life.In this episode, you’ll hear real client stories that illustrate why trying to force situations rarely benefits you – or anyone else involved. We’ll explore several ways you can let ...

    15 min

  2. 22 OCT

    Ep 108: The Power of Patience

    Do you feel stressed and anxious when things don’t go according to your timeline? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. Patience is something we all struggle with, but when we cultivate patience over time, we open ourselves up to a host of benefits. In this episode, I share real-life examples where patience can make a difference, and I walk you through some simple strategies to help you practice it daily.Cultivating patience takes time, and that’s okay. It’s all about making progress, ...

    21 min

  3. 15 OCT

    Bonus: Loving Kindness Meditation

    In this bonus episode, I read Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's version of the loving kindness meditation which comes from his book How to Love. You can listen to my full episode about practicing kindness HERE.

    9 min

  4. 15 OCT

    Ep 107: Nice or Kind?

    Believe it or not, there is a significant difference between being nice and being kind. Kindness comes from a place of genuine compassion and respect, while niceness often stems from a desire to please others and avoid conflict, even at the expense of our own comfort.When we cling to constant niceness, we risk losing our authenticity, and our voice. How would your circumstances change if you prioritized kindness and remained true to your favorite version of yourself?In this episode, I share r...

    12 min

  5. 8 OCT

    Ep 106: The Likeability Trap

    “Likeability is a trap made to silence you.” I recently came across this phrase and it resonated with me deeply. So many women throughout history have faced backlash for voicing opinions that went against societal norms. I am so grateful for these incredible women who paved the way for us to prioritize our values and the difference we want to make over the desire to be liked.In this episode, I’ll highlight influential women who refused to be silenced by concerns of likeability. I’ll also...

    19 min

  6. 1 OCT

    Ep 105: Intentional Feelings

    Have you ever noticed how our emotions are most often influenced by the events around us? It might seem like this is just how it is, but in truth, you don’t have to allow what happens to you to dictate how you feel.In this episode, I discuss how being intentional with how you feel will empower you to show up as your favorite version of yourself in your daily life. It is possible for all of us to intentionally choose how we want to feel about specific situations, and it's also possible for us ...

    19 min

  7. 24 SEPT

    Ep 104: My Favorite Way to Travel with Devon Gimbel

    Does your favorite version of yourself have a dream to fly first-class to Europe or book a hotel suite for a family vacation? Today, my guest Devon Gimbel talks about how to turn your travel dreams into reality using credit card points. You’ll hear Devon explain how she started earning credit card points to use for travel, and how she maximizes them to earn travel experiences that previously might not have been possible. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how easy it can ...

    56 min

  8. 17 SEPT

    Ep 103: Women in Community

    I recently spent five days in gorgeous Park City, Utah with four incredible women, and the experience made me think about how important community is for women.Back when I was a pediatrician, my work colleagues were my community and my family. Since becoming a coach, I now do most of my work from the comfort of my own home. Now I have to be intentional about making and maintaining connection with other women.Community is often underappreciated, but it is fundamental to women's well-being. You ...

    16 min
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Welcome to Your Favorite You, a weekly podcast helping brilliant women like you with beautiful brains to create the life you've been dreaming of with intention so you can find your favorite version of you. Your host, Melissa Parsons, is a pediatrician turned life coach. She holds the titles of wife, mom, daughter, sister, and friend of many. She became a certified life coach after discovering that coaching held the secret to the universe, and knew she had to share this magic with everyone in her orbit. This podcast is for you if ... you're stuck in fear and perfectionism thinking that your value comes from what you do or what you don't do, rather than knowing that your value comes from who you are, and this is keeping you from dreaming and trying new things, or from remembering or doing what you used to love. Join Melissa on this journey to figuring out and remembering who you are; a journey to finding and becoming your favorite you. To learn more about Melissa, visit: https://www.melissaparsonscoaching.com/

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  • Creator
    Melissa Parsons
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Your Favorite You
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